compassionate professionals
Our Staff
Our compassionate team, rooted in the local community, is dedicated to providing unwavering support and guidance during difficult times and ensuring that every detail is handled with the utmost care, professionalism, and respect. We help families honor their loved ones with dignity and peace of mind.

Our Values
At our core, we value putting family first, ensuring that every decision is made with their needs and well-being in mind. We are committed to compassion and integrity, providing honest support and heartfelt care during difficult times.
Family First
We believe families experiencing a loss are our number one priority.
Compassion
Our staff offers compassionate support while guiding families through loss.
Integrity
Our staff shows integrity by handling every detail with honesty and respect.

Terry B. Felty
Funeral Director | Owner

Terry B. Felty
Funeral Director | Owner
Terry has been a licensed funeral director since 1985. He purchased Thornton Funeral on April 5, 1985.

Jessie Moore
Administrative Assistant

Jessie Moore
Administrative Assistant
Jessie has devoted her career to supporting families with compassion and care during their most difficult moments since 2019. Jessie is also a proud attendee of Worsham College of Mortuary Science, where she further refined her expertise.
Outside of work, Jessie finds joy in the simple things — spending time with her loved ones and exploring the great outdoors.

Amberlea Smith
StaffApprentice Funeral Director Position

Amberlea Smith
StaffApprentice Funeral Director Position
Amberlea is proud to call Harrisburg, Illinois home and is a 2025 MSFS graduate with honors from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. With over 15 years of experience in healthcare—particularly caring for individuals with special needs—she brings deep compassion and dedication to her role in funeral service. As an apprentice at Felty Funeral Home, Amberlea assists with meeting families, transportation, and coordinating funeral services. She is committed to serving her community with empathy and respect.
Outside of work, Amberlea is a devoted mother to two teenage boys. She enjoys spending quality time with her family and has a true passion for cooking and baking for those she loves.

Anthony Mangus
Funeral Assistant

Anthony Mangus
Funeral Assistant
