Beverly Jane Duncan Thornton, 85, of Franklin County passed into her eternal life on November 17, 2019. Born February 12, 1934 to William D. Duncan and Emily Jane Duncan. Bev was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Prince Edward Thornton, Jr.; son, Prince Edward Thornton, III; and an infant daughter. Memorial service to be held at Red Valley United Methodist Church on December 7, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. with reception to follow in fellowship hall. Memorial gifts should be made to Red Valley UMC, 30 Red Valley Road, Boones Mill, VA 24065, Ferrum College for the Art Department, P. O. Box 1000, Ferrum, VA 24088 or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Conner Bowman Funeral Home, 62 Virginia Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151 (540) 334-5151