John Thornton of Providence, yeoman. Will dated 31 Jan 1743/4, proved 18 Sep 1745, p. 164.
Wife Abigail.
Sons: Richard, John and Daniel.
Daughter Dinah Thornton under age 21.
Exors: Friends Daniel Smith, joyner, and George Brown, both of Providence.
Witnesses: Joseph Olney, William Pearce, and Elish[a] Tillinghast.