She was born on February 20, 1950, in Hartford, CT, the daughter of Arthur and Grace (Bowker) Hanson. She married Donald Thorington on July 24, 1971 in Hartford.
Audrey earned her associate degree at Robert Morris University in Springfield, and also studied at Central Bible College in Springfield, MO. She worked in the public health field for the State of Illinois for 25 years. Audrey enjoyed playing the violin and piano, shopping and she loved spending time with family. She was known as a sweet person who cared about people.
Audrey was preceded in death by her mother and brother, Alan Hanson.
She is survived by; her father, Arthur Hanson; husband, Donald Thorington; son, Kevin Thorington of Springfield; daughter, Kelli (Jim) Wilcockson of Divernon, IL; grandchildren, Mya and Aaron Wilcockson; sister, Jan Brisson of CT; and brother, Paul Hanson of CT.
Memorial Gathering: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 2020 at Boardman-Smith Funeral Home, 800 S. Grand Ave. W., Springfield. Illinois COVID-19 guidance will be followed, requiring face coverings and limiting attendance to 10 guests at one time.
Cremation was provided by Butler Cremation Tribute Center prior to ceremonies.
Memorial contributions may be made to: American Cancer Society, 675 E. Linton Ave, Springfield, IL, 62703.
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