James Niven Thorne
1923-2020
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of James
Niven Thorne at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital on February 20,
2020, following a brief illness.
Born in the family home on August 4, 1923, he lived his
entire 96 years on the family homestead in Cambridge-Narrows,
NB.
Niven is survived by his wife of over 70 years, Joyce
(Chapman) Thorne; three sons, Neil (Debbie), Nelson (Roberta), and
Noel (Stacey); grandchildren, Nickolas, Bradley, Samantha, and Scott;
sister, Dorothy Farris. He was predeceased by his parents, Butler and
Alice (Tolley) Thorne and brothers, William, Ernest and
Walter.
Dad worked as a farm labourer, sawyer, and then for the
Department of Transportation for 23 years until his retirement in
1985. He had a long and happy retirement and took special pleasure in
maintaining a large vegetable garden for many years. Right up until
his passing he took great pride in keeping his property tidy and his
lawn mown to within an inch of its life. He cut and split his own
firewood into his late 80’s. Niven was an avid hunter and passed his
skills and love of the outdoors down to his 3 boys.
Visitation will be held at Oromocto Funeral Home, 108
Winnebago St., on Sunday, February 23, from 2:00 – 5:00 pm. A memorial
service will be held from the funeral home chapel on Monday, February
24, at 2:00 pm with Pastor Chris Price officiating. Inurnment will
take place in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations in Niven’s
memory can be made to the Diabetes Association or a charity of the
donor’s choice.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of James Niven Thorne 19232020..
Death notice for the town of: Oromocto, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick