OBITUARY
Virgil "Dutch" Thorn
February 1, 1924 – February 18, 2013
Virgil D. “Dutch” Thorn, 89 of Huntington passed away at 12:15 p.m. on Monday, February 18, 2013 at his residence. Dutch was a 1943 graduate of Huntington High School. He was a WWII U.S. Army veteran who served from 1943 - 1945. He had worked for 45 years at Dana Corporation. He was a member of Central Christian Church, American Legion Post 85, Huntington Elks Lodge, Huntington YMCA swim team and the unbeaten 1940 Huntington High School Football Team. He served as president of the Athletic Board at Dana for several years. He was an avid Chicago Bears, Chicago Cubs and IU fan. He enjoyed fishing and loved spending time with his family.
Dutch was born on February 1, 1924 in Huntington, a son of Bert and Pearl (Armfield) Thorn.
He was united in marriage to M. Louise Haverman on April 19, 1944 in Huntington. His wife survives.
Additional survivors include two sons: Pete (Marilyn) Thorn of Challis, Idaho; Sam (Ruby) Thorn of Fort Wayne; a daughter: Peg Smallwood of Huntington; ten grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a brother: Everett Eugene Thorn and two sisters: Dorthy Rachel Powell and Euanna Holloway.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 21, 2013 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Myers Funeral Home Huntington Chapel.
Funeral service will be held on Friday, February 22, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at the Myers Funeral Home Huntington Chapel.
Memorials may be made out to Central Christian Church or to Family Hospice of Berne both in care of Myers Funeral Home, 2901 Guilford Street, Huntington, IN 46750.
Interment will take place at a later date at the Pilgrims Rest Cemetery.
Services
- Visitation Thursday, February 21, 2013
- Visitation Thursday, February 21, 2013
- Funeral Service Friday, February 22, 2013
REMEMBERING
Virgil "Dutch" Thorn
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RECEIVE UPDATESPam Fields
March 7, 2013
Thorn Family - Dutch will be remembered dearly! Always enjoyed talking with him he would lighten up your day. Memories will get you through the tough times.
March 3, 2013
Louise and Family: We were so sorry to learn of the death of Dutch. Bob and I were both sick with the flu at the time of the funeral. Dutch was a great person and friend. Always happy to see us and he loved the fishing spot. Sorry he did not get to come out very often. Cherish your memories. Madonna and Bob Jeffers
Betsy Bruemleve
March 2, 2013
I have always been a big fan of Dutch--he was one person that could light up another persons life and was I always happy to get a big hug from him-- My brother Harry Miller was a good friend of Dutch and Louise and they were very good customers at our family gas station-- I have known and admired them both since I was a kid-- R. I. P Dutch
Bonnie Webb
February 22, 2013
Sam and Ruby,
You two are always in our prayers and we are sending all our LOVE your way.
Tom and Bonnie
Bill Ott
February 22, 2013
Louise, Pete, Sam and Peg: I am so sorry for your loss. Dutch will be remembered always. Peace be with you all!
Wendy & Bud Phillips
February 22, 2013
Thorn Family-Love you all and wish we could be there. Remembering Dutch as such a pleasant and happy man. I think he saw more girls basketball than anyone. I am thinking back at Wyandotte Woods when he dragged me out to see the massive amount of lightning bugs. Glad to have known him. He brought joy to our gatherings. Keep your best memories! Wendy and Bud Phillips
February 21, 2013
Dear Aunt Louise & family. We are so glad that w got to spend time with both of you in Oct. You are very special to Paul & me.
Love you
Paul/Mary
Carol Eckert
February 21, 2013
Butch; I have known you and your family all of my life. Pete and I in the same Sunday School Class at Central Christian, graduating together from HHS. My brother John, Sam & Peggy running around. My brother Steve on the swim team. Mom and I seeing you and Louise at summer festivals. Always a joke for us and that beautiful smile. You will be missed!
February 21, 2013
dear aunt louise & family we are deeply sadend by your loss. we will miss him. so glad we got to see you this fall. our thoughts & prayers are with you. we love you . patty& mark christian
Amy Carey
February 21, 2013
Uncle Dutch you will be missed! I enjoyed our visit this past summer, as short as it was, sitting on the front porch. You and Aunt Louise have always held a special place in my heart.
Amy "granddaughter" Carey
February 20, 2013
Dear Sam and Ruby:You have our deepest sympathy; it really doesn't matter how long they are with us it is never long enough. The memories will keep him with you forever. Take care and hope to see you soon. Barb and Skip
Brenda Emley
February 19, 2013
Dutch was one of the most incredible people I have ever known. He always had a smile on his face and a warm greeting to everyone he met. When we attended sporting events there was a resounding "Hi Dutch" from all ages young and old. My life has been blessed and enriched by knowing and loving Dutch and his sweet wife Louise and their wonderful family. You are free now and whole again Dutch so enjoy the home Jesus has prepared for you. Until we meet again my dear friend......God Bless You
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