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He enjoyed spending his time as an avid outdoorsman who liked hunting, fishing, and was an all around animal lover. He had a special love for Bluegrass music, and spending time with his family.
Neil is survived by his son, Neil Thorp and his wife, Alicia of Swedesboro, NJ; his siblings, Charles and wife, Carol Thorp, Howard and wife, Kathy Thorp, Dolores and husband, Jim Kramer, and Nancy and husband, Ron Zimmermann. Also by his grandchildren, Amber, Athena, and Ethan Thorp.
Predeceased by his parents, Howard Sr. and Nancy (nee DelBuono) Thorp.
Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Visitation on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 12:00pm - 1:00pm, at Smith Funeral Home 47 Main Street Mantua, NJ 08051. Memorial service to be held at 1:00pm in the funeral home. Following the service, family and friends are invited to the Mantua VFW, 8 New York Ave, Mantua Township, NJ 08051.
Final disposition to be private.
Online condolences can be made at https://www.smithfhmantua.com/.
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