Herman Eric Thorne, age 77 of Montgomery passed away on Sunday, September 16, 2018 after a long illness. Eric was a faithful member of Frazer United Methodist Church and an avid golfing member of Arrowhead Country Club. Alongside golfing, Eric enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and relaxing at the beach. He retired from Albany International – Appelton Wire Division after 42 years of service.
Eric is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Patricia G. Thorne; his four daughters, Teresa Tanny (Drew), Ann Klein (Mike), Paige T. Kyser, and Michelle Abrams (Jerry); his ten grandchildren, Shea Caitlin, Shan Davis, Jared Tanney, Brooke Puccio, Russ Abrams, Shelby Abrams, Allyssa Klein, Megan Lovell, Chelsie Abrams, and Chrystian Abrams; his eight great grandchildren, Ansley Caitlin, Brooks Caitlin, Harper Davis, Brayden Lovell, Carson Lovell, Emy Cait Phillips, Olivia Phillips, Collier Smith, and three on the way; and his sister, Eloise Thorne Stygler. He reunites with his parents, siblings, and great granddaughter Ellie Abrams that have passed before him. The family would like to especially thank Sherry McCall for the loving care and support that she shown during this long illness.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 19, 2018 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm at Alabama Heritage Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Graveside Service will be held immediately following at Alabama Heritage Cemetery.
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