William Thornton (1818-1897) was a son of John Thornton and Frances Bowers. Married to Anne Rinch they had a number of children.
- Henry R. Thornton (1845-)
- Charlotte Ann Thornton (1846-1898). Died in Saskatchewan. Married Richard Bowen/Bone. Homesteaded in Carievile, Saskatchewan, which is in the SE corner of the province and not too far from Manor where John James Thornton, son of Jonas Thornton lived.
- Elizabeth Sophia Thornton (1848-1897)
- William Albert Thornton (1854-1936)
- Locklin E. Thornton (1855-1923)
- Sarah M. Thornton (1860-)
- Lizzie A.R. Thornton (1861-1920)
The information above and the photo of Charlotte Thornton below were provided by Lisa Kerr.
