Melvin Quentin Thorne, Jr., was born in Houston, Texas, February 23, 1939, and passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2013 in Katy, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Melvin Thorne and Ruby Bauerkemper Thorne, and daughter, Dana Thiem. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Peggy Thorne; daughter Lorrie Hartnett and husband Randy of Canyon Lake, Tx, step sons David Rudd and Danny Rudd of Odessa, Tx; grandchildren Joshua Thorne, Misty Jenkins and Justin Thiem of Houston, Tx, and Casey and Bailey Hartnett of Canyon Lake, Tx along with several great grandchildren; brother Rodney Thorne and his wife Ruth of Conroe, Tx and sister-in-law Becky Pyburn of Abilene, Tx; and numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.
He is a graduate of Sam Houston High School in Houston and received a bachelor's degree from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Tx. He completed his Master's degree in social work at the University of Texas at Austin. His career spanned 40 years as an educator, psychotherapist, healthcare and mental health administrator and until retirement in 2003 co-founder and President of National Healthcare Alliance, in Houston. He served on several national, state and local boards of directors and committees including the National Healthcare Leadership Council. In 2005, he was awarded the HTUC Lifetime Leadership Award. He has been a cruise agent for Expedia Cruise Center for a number of years as well.
The funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 12, 2013 at Katy Funeral Home, 23350 Kingsland Blvd., in Katy, Texas with Rev. Kyle Nix officiating. Interment will follow at Memorial Oaks Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Peggy Rudd (Thorne) HTUC Scholarship Fund, www.htuc.org.

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Published by Houston Chronicle from Oct. 11 to Oct. 12, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Melvin Thorne

17 Entries

Jim and Jan Sylvester

September 1, 2014

Peggy, we just recently heard the news of Mel's passing. Mel was a wonderful person, a great friend, and a good loving soul while he was in this life. He's moved on to a new life experiencing God's full grace and glory. Our heartfelt condolences to you and Mel's family.

March 13, 2014

So sorry Peggy, we just found out, you remain in our thoughts and prayers. Shelley & Robin Burger

Kristy Schulz

November 3, 2013

I am so sorry to have just found out about the passing of Lorrie's father. My heart goes out to Lorrie and her family. May you know you are loved and thought of daily. All my love, Kristy Schulz

Alice & Don Sevier

October 22, 2013

OMG Peggy, Don and I just heard about Mel passing! We are praying for you. Mel was such a wonderful kind person!
Times flies by it's been far too many years since we have dined together, the 4 of us.

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Charlotte Waddill

October 22, 2013

Peggy I just heard about Mel's passing. I am praying for you and your family. I know how hard it is to lose someone dear to your heart. I hope you are doing OK and if there is anything I can do please let me know. [email protected] or 936-855-2523.

Love and miss you,
Charlotte Waddill

Teri Lynn Richards

October 19, 2013

My prayers and condolences are with you. Mel and you have been and inspiration to many of us. I have one of Mel's books - great help. You also have my prayers for your health.

May God watch over you and provide His comfort during this difficult time.

Blessings!

Shirene Thomas

October 17, 2013

I just found out. So sorry, Peggy. You have my sympathy.

October 17, 2013

Our deepest condolences to Peggy and all of Quentin's family. Quentin and I grew up together but lost touch somewhere along the way. I will miss you, my friend.
Robert Smith

Caroline Cotten

October 17, 2013

Mel, my thoughts and prayers go to you and your family. Thank you for all the good tnings you did and I do celebrate your life.

Lee Marie

October 17, 2013

Love both of you, your caring and understanding in my times of need will never be forgotten. Condolescnces to Peggy and the family.

Pete Christian

October 12, 2013

Look to the Day of the Resurrection.

Bill Riley

October 12, 2013

In deepest sympathy.

Bill Riley

October 12, 2013

We are so very sorrowful for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with all of Mel Thorne's family. May the Lord God comfort each of you, his loved ones, in this difficult time.

CJ and Danny Easterling

October 11, 2013

The sweetest, loving couple, Mel and Peggy Thorne, our wonderful neighbors, was always comforting knowing they were next door. We love you both. We pray with you and share your loss. You have touched so many lives. With love, your neighbors, CJ and Danny Easterling(Katy, TX)

Frank Furlow

October 11, 2013

Our condolences to the Thorne family.

Karen Riley

October 10, 2013

Love you

Karen Riley

October 10, 2013

You are in my thoughts and prayers, my sweet Sister-Mom.

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