Melanie T. Thorsen Obituary
The memory of Melanie T. Thorsen of Evanston, Illinois, born in Chicago, Illinois, who passed away on July 28, 2025 at the age of 74, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Melanie departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Melanie may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Melanie leaves behind.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Stanley and Adeline; and her spouse Per O. Thorsen. She is survived by: her children, Deneen, Karin (Matthew Park), Johannes Thorsen (Evelyn Cooper), Kristine Klaasen (Frans), Lisa and Michelle Thorsen (Morten Kristiansen); and her siblings, Valerie Walker (Michael) and Ronald Klimek (Ceil).
Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 23rd 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Of St. Brigid Catholic Parish (15000 W Wadsworth Rd, Wadsworth, IL 60083). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, August 23rd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
