Leon Thornhill- 87, of Winter Springs, passed away August 21, 2015.

He was born September 15, 1927 in Brookhaven, Mississippi, the son of Willie and Maybell (Delaughter) Thornhill.

Leon is survived by Sons, Chip Thornhill, Norris Britt; Daughters, Terri Armstrong, Debbie Silverman; Sister, Bess Jackson; Brothers, Willard Thornhill, Pat Thornhill, Allen Thornhill; Grandchildren Mike Armstrong, Josh Silverman, Zach Thornhill, Cassie Thornhill; Great-Grandson, Eli Armstrong.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, Sister, Aline Knight, Daughter, Joan Thornhill, Son, Tyke Ballenger.

Those who wish may make contributions in memory of Leon to Hospice of the Comforter, Altamonte Springs. To leave a special message for the family online please click the Shared Memories link above.