John K. Thorpe
John K. Thorpe, age 78, of Smock, Pa., died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, April 18, 2013. He was born on June 30, 1934 in Dunbar, Pa., the son of William Thorpe and Rebecca (Smitley) Thorpe.
Prior to retirement, John worked in the steel industry.
He was a member of New Life Free Methodist Church in Smock, Pa.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Ethel Thorpe; infant daughter, Renee Thorpe; a grandson, Chad Thorpe; and eleven siblings. John was the last surviving member of his immediate family.
John is survived by his three children: Cynthia Trimmer and husband Douglas of Smock, Pa., Thomas Thorpe and wife Judy of Perryopolis, Pa., and William K. Thorpe and wife Sandy of Smock, Pa.; seven grandchildren: Stacey Griffin, Kenny Trimmer, Danny Thorpe, Jessica Thorpe, Tim Thorpe, Courtney Thorpe and Ashley Kochis; ten great grandchildren, with an eleventh great grand child on the way; a loving friend, Annamae Hough of Normalville, Pa.; and many loving nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received at STEPHEN R. HAKY FUNERAL HOME INC., 603 North Gallatin Avenue Extension, Uniontown Pa., today, April 21, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. and on Monday, April 22, 2013 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m., the hour of Service with Rev. Ken Walls officiating.
Interment will follow in the Mount Auburn Cemetery, Dunbar, Pa.
The family would like to extend its gratitude to the staff of Albert Gallatin Hospice for the care that they provided John.
Your personal written tributes and memories are welcomed and encouraged at www.- hakyfuneralhome.com