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William Thorpe Obituary
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A well-known meteorologist for KCRA Channel 3 and KXTV Channel 10 in Sacramento, he died on October 4, 2007. As an Air Force Officer he was a staff meteorologist for the Nuclear Test in the South Pacific, and he flew weather recon over the North Pole. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Helen, three children, five grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. He was 90 years old.
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Steve Groff
October 11, 2007
Dear Thorpe Families, I'm Steve Groff and I grew up here in Sacramento and I remember Mr Bill Thorpe as the KCRA-3 Meteorologist, from quite some time ago. I'm curious to know if Bill, Jr also was a Meteorologist for either
KCRA-3 or for another local Station also? You have my Deepest Condolences of the Passing of Bill Thorpe, Sr. You all have a special place in my Heart and my Prayers, for Peace and Comfort. Time will heal, but if I might be of any assistance, I deal with a couple/few Bereavement/Grief Groups and I would be glad to give you some info later on. Please feel free to E-Mail me, even if anyone in the Families needs someone other than Family of closer Friends to talk too, I'm a great listener and try to do my best to help others as I'm able.
Peace, Blessings and Prayers, Steve Groff
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