Photo courtesy of Pierce Mortuary
Eureka, California
Jan 16, 1937 – Oct 26, 2010
Doris Theresa Thorpe Doris was born in 1937 in Lynn Massachusetts and grew up in Dorchester, just outside of Boston. She spent much of her childhood in New York City. Later in life, she brought her children to New York City often. She was very independent as a young adult and ventured out on her...
Read MoreWell Ma.. I signed this book once b-4.. & I can't recall what I said. (Brain Burp !)..
Your Girls... amazing women they are.. butcha knew that... ya done good, girl...
I'll Cya on the 'other side' hunnie... til then..
With Love.. fly free..
Mary Sanford
November 08, 2010 | Anaheim, CA
What a wonder tribute to Doris. While I had not met her, I feel like I do now! Thank you for being so personal in sharing these important memories.
Larry Stofko
November 05, 2010 | Irvine, CA
At the airport on the way to Paris
Dear Mum,
It's been 8 days without you, sometimes I can't breath. There are many well wishers and that helps to know that so many people loved you. Jo is even coming all the way from N Carolina to help us and give the eulogy at your service. I miss you so much and need your strength to get through this. Tracie is a miracle, you would be so proud of her and surprised at me, no strength whatsoever (me), she is the rock. She does everything. I would be nowhere without her. It was sad...
Wendy Thorpe
November 04, 2010 | Eureka, CA
Doris and Tracie in Paris, April 2009
To The Mum;
We miss you so much every day. Every minute of every day is so hard without you. I felt you yesterday, on my birthday. It was a tough day for us, but we got thru it, together.
As you know, we went to your favorite restaurant, the waiter seated us at your table (without knowing) and I sat in your chair. Perhaps you had a hand in that?
I know you don't want us to be too sad, or hurt too much. Wendy and I (and all the dogs) escorted you on your final...
Tracie Thorpe
November 04, 2010 | Eureka, CA
Tracie and Wendy, I am so sorry for your loss ! I was blessed to have met her the couple times I went to California with Russell. She open her house and heart so that we had a place to stay ! It was a sad night after I heard the news about Doris(Mom)May her and Russell find each other and be together once again ! Love always Corey
November 04, 2010
Tracie and Wendy deepest sympathy for the loss of your Mom. I know I'm 3000 miles away, but if there is anything I can do I'm only a phone call away. Mrs. Thorpe I will never forget your kindness the Two times I was able to meet you, you let me stay at your houses and treated me like I was family! I hope you find piece in your new life as I'm sure you will.
John Fontaine Sr.
November 04, 2010 | Holyoke, MA
Wendy and Tracie,
You were blessed to have a wonderful mother who brought joy to everyone she met. She made such an impression on me with her sense of humor and positive words! The world is a better place from her presence. I will forever remember Doris, her wisdom and wit! I am honored to have had her in my life.
Victoria Foersterling
November 03, 2010 | Eureka, CA
Hold tight to memories for comfort. Lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about. As you comprehend this profound loss, let yourself cry knowing each tear is a note of love rising to the heavens.
When we lose someone we love, it seems that time stands still.
What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why she left this earth so soon, or why she left...
Bruce Montgomery
November 03, 2010 | Waterford, CT
Wendy and Tracie, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Doris was a kick and her memory will always bring a smile to those who knew her. A very big hearted woman. I truley understand your loss and my deepest sympathy goes out to you both.
Sylvia Milota
November 03, 2010 | Eureka, CA