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Jim Thorpe Obituary
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Fletcher - James "Jim" Ervin Thorpe, 66, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at Park Ridge Health Center.
Jim was born in Asheville, NC to Evelyn Gregory Thorpe and the late James Zebual Thorpe.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving from 1965 to 1969. He loved the outdoors and would rather be hunting and fishing than anything else.
Jim is survived by his loving companion of 29 years, Jennifer Buckner and her son Daryl Anderson; He is also survived by his son, Stephen Thorpe and his wife, Erin of Maryville, TN; a sister, Ina Treadway and her husband, Bob, of Daytona Beach, Fl; three brothers, Jerry Thorpe and his wife, Tina, of Asheville, Danny Thorpe of Fairview and Dean Thorpe and his wife, Kathy, of Fairview; one grandchild, Stephen Douglas Thorpe II and many beloved nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends, Friday, June 21, 2013 at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian in Arden from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Fairview with Reverends Ronald Roberts and Chester Owenbey officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 120 Executive Park, Asheville, NC 28801. The family would also like to say a special thanks to all of Jim's many friends and for their support over the years.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family and the memorial register is available at grocefuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sharon Holbert
June 21, 2013
Jennifer, Jerry and Danny. My heart goes out to you. Having been through this recently I feel your sorrow. Peace and love with you and yours as you go through this time. Jennifer. I had no idea that Jim was ill. I love you. Know that Maggie and I are with you in spirit.
Jenny Wyatt
June 20, 2013
I love you! I will miss you forever, but I know we will see each other again! REST IN PEACE!
Mack Ownbey
June 20, 2013
I went to school with Ervin. And always though a lot of him! A good person! He will be missed.
Henry, Carol & Josh Ray
June 19, 2013
Jennifer, Steve & Stephen -
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you and the rest of the family as you go through this difficult time. We will never forget this wonderful man and his friendship to us over the last 17 years. He will forever hold a special place in our hearts & we will miss him more than our words can say. We pray that you will feel God's love and comfort over the days & weeks ahead.
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