Melvin "Butch" Thorn's obituary , Passed away on September 10, 2021 in Beckley, West Virginia

Melvin "Butch" Thorn

March 31, 1948 - September 10, 2021 (73 years old)

Beckley, West Virginia

Melvin "Butch" Thorn's obituary , Passed away on September 10, 2021 in Beckley, West Virginia

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Tankersley Funeral Home

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Melvin "Butch" Thorn

March 31, 1948 - September 10, 2021 (73 years old)

Beckley, West Virginia

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Melvin Thorn Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Melvin Thorn of Beckley, West Virginia, born in Mullens, West Virginia, who passed away on September 10, 2021, at the age of 73, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Melvin Thorn to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Herbert Thorn and Laura Mary Thorn; and his siblings, Leslie Thorn, Charlotte Epling and Freda Fitzgerald.

He is survived by: his wife Kathy Thorn; his children, Keith Thorn (Sara) and Karen Dickens (Shannon); his grandson Dylan Dickens of Beckley; and his brothers, Danny (Joyce) of Blacksburg, VA, Frank "Hogie" (Cindy) of Hampton, VA and Terry (Karen) of Mullens, WV.

While masks are not required, you might consider wearing one before entering the building, and social distancing as we all attempt to stop the spread of COVID-19.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Faith Community Church PO Box 773, Beckley WV 25801 or online at http://www.fccwv.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Tankersley Funeral Home



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Lynda Farley wrote a sympathy message

“Kathy and family. I am so very very sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and peace during this time. Know that I am here for you, anytime of the day or night. Love you always. Mike and Lynda Farley”


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