1935-2026

The passing of Eldon “Clyde” Thorne, husband of Anna M. (Kernighan) Thorne of Canal NB occurred peacefully at the Charlotte County Hospital, St. Stephen NB on October 31, 2026. Born in St. George NB on June 25, 1935, he was a son of the late Eldon and Vernie (Cameron) Thorne.

A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great, great – grandfather and brother, in addition to his wife, Anna, Clyde is survived by his son, Ronald Thorne of Canal NB; grandchildren: Melanie Thorne (Chris), Jay Parker (Angel), Daniel Thorne (Brittany), Zack McIntyre (Katlyn), Andrew Thorne and Brandon Thorne; seven great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; siblings: Leona Greencorn (Francis), Ruth (Allan) McMillan, Clair Thorne and Patsy Banks; brother-in-law, Jack McGuigan; and several nieces, nephew and cousins.

Besides his parents, Clyde was predeceased by his sons: Anthony and Timothy; brothers: Frankie, Cameron and Ronald; and sisters: Nita Morehouse and Carolyn McGuigan.

Prior to retirement from Lake Utopia Paper, Clyde worked for various employers throughout the local area. An avid outdoorsman, he loved tending his fields, working his land and using his ride on mower. He was a long-time member of the Sea View Full Gospel Church in Back Bay and took great pride in his time spent as the bell ringer. He was often heard saying “I love my wife and love my Lord.”

Arrangements in the care of the St. George Funeral Home (506-755-3533) 26 Portage Street, St. George NB. In keeping with Clyde’s wishes there will be no visiting. A memorial service will be held from the Sea View Full Gospel Church, Back Bay NB on Thursday at 2:00 pm with Rev. Paul Legere officiating. In Clyde’s memory, donations to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.

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