WATCH: Norman Co. Sheriff Thornton honored for three decades of service

ADA, Minn. (KVRR) – Norman County Sheriff Jeremy Thornton is remembered for giving three decades of service with law enforcement and always being there for friends and family.

Thornton was eulogized by classmates including Moorhead Deputy Police Chief Tory Jacobson. They remembered him for holding their school’s high jump record for years and making thin blue line wooden flags. He was described as being quiet, calm and quick witted.

Thornton died January 4 after a battle with pancreatic cancer at age 53.

“You now have a new level of responsibility, Jeremy and your new boss will definitely be using your talents and your humor to continue to guide us as we continue our earthly journey,” Classmate Monica Winter said.

If you would like to make a donation in memory of Jeremy, the family wishes you give to the Norman County Sheriff’s Office’s K9 program or pancreatic cancer research.