David D. Thorne, Sr.

CHICHESTER – David D. Thorne, Sr., 82, of Chichester, NH passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, January 31, 2023.

Born on February 4, 1940 in Waterville, ME, he was the son of the late Charles and Janet (Pierce) Thorne.

David was educated in the local schools and went to proudly serve in the Army National Guard for over 40 years. He worked for many years as a Mail Carrier/Clerk for the United States Postal Service until his retirement. He enjoyed sports, particularly baseball and was an umpire for many years. David was a Boy Scout Leader in Plymouth for many years. He was a member of the Elks Lodge 2312 in Plymouth NH for 49 years. David loved working in the woods and being with his family and grandchildren.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Edward and Lawrence Thorne; sisters, Elizabeth MacMillian and Karen Carlson; infant daughter, Kathleen Elizabeth Thorne; grandson, Dustin Killen and granddaughter, Krystal.

He is survived by his wife, Debra (Vachon) Thorne; sons, David Thorne, Jr. and his wife, Sharon, Andrew Thorne and his wife, Tina, Darren Thorne, Donald Thorne and his significant other, Dawn, Clark Thorne and his significant other, Danielle and Christopher Thorne and his significant other Nicole; daughters, Andrea Kohler and her husband, Donald, Donna Killen and her husband, Rufus; brothers, Gary and Robert Thorne; grandchildren, Jennifer, Nathan, Jared, Evan, Isabelle, Acadia, Joseph, Robert, Layla, Stella and Atlas; great grandchildren, Abbigail, Aiden, Jameson and Savanna as well as one great-great granddaughter, Violet Grace.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the convenience of the family in the spring. The Roan Family Funeral Home in Epsom is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a memory or offer a condolence please visit www.roanfamilyfuneral.com.

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