Marie THORPE Obituary

THORP, Marie Jean
(nee Murcott):
After a brave battle with cancer, passed away peacefully at her home, with both her sons at her side, on March 26, 2016. Treasured Mother of Thomas and Simon. Deeply loved and respected soulmate, friend and wife of the late Michael Leonard Thorp. Much loved eldest daughter of Mollie and the late Harry Murcott. Dearly loved sister, sister-in-law and best friend of Susan and Peter Grant, Andrew and the late Martha Murcott, Kerry and Jack Murdoch, Raewyn and Rex Hamilton. Adored Aunty of Hamish, William, Natalie: Daniel, Elicia, Mitchell: Jasmin, Luka: Georgia, Simone, Olivia. Loved great-aunt of Aaliyah and Meela. A very special friend of Pete. Special thanks to Marie's friends and work colleagues, Oamaru District Nurses. Marie's …Glow of Laughter, Compassion, and Love of Life will shine forever. Dance on. A service to celebrate Marie's life will be held at St Paul's Presbyterian Church, Coquet Street, Oamaru, on Thursday, March 31, commencing at 1.30pm followed by a private interment. Messages to 303 Reservoir Road, Oamaru 9492.