George Hine THORBURN

THORBURN, George Hine (Bud) In loving memory of George Hine Thorburn, August 22, 1926 - February 9, 2004. Bud Thorburn, a resident of Gore Bay, died at the Sudbury Regional Hospital, Memorial Site, on Monday, February 9, 2004 at the age of 77 years. He was born in Gore Bay, son of the late George A. and Annie (Hine) Thorburn. In his early years, Bud had been a baker for Mac's Bakery, owned and operated Bud's Grocery for 5 years and then he took a job with Community and Social Services, with whom he worked for over 30 years, retiring in 1988. Bud was a member of Lyons Memorial United Church and had many interests. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing ball, badminton and curling. In fact he enjoyed all sports, fishing, and playing cribbage, where he was the self-proclaimed, and sometimes disputed best cribbage player in the family. He also enjoyed reading and poetry. Since Bud's retirement, he kept quite busy working at Brookwood Braie Golf Course and Cottages. A wonderful and loving husband, father and grandfather, he will be sadly missed. Dearly loved husband of Elaine (Graham) Thorburn; loving and loved father of Cheryl and husband John Seabrook of Mindemoya, Mary Ellen of Toronto and Chris of Mindemoya. Proud grandfather of Sarah, Jenny, Ben, Tait and Reace and great-grandchild Teigan. Dear brother-in-law of Floyd and Jessie Graham of Kagawong. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by sister Dora and brother Alex. The funeral service will be conducted at Lyons Memorial United Church on Thursday, February 12, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Maxine McVey officiating. Cremation to follow. At Bud's request, there will be no public visitation. If so desired, donations to the Lung Association would be appreciated. CULGIN FUNERAL HOME 1-705-282-2270. 2/12/2004- ID3438237 - Sudbury Star