Douglas “Doug” Thorn
May 20, 1944 - May 2, 2025
As published in the May 12, 2025 World-Spectator
It is with great sadness to announce the death of Douglas Eldon Thorn.
Doug passed peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday May 2, 2025, at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital.
He was born May 20, 1944, in Moosomin, Sask., the son of Eldon and Mildred and brother to Crawford (Rose). Doug was a loving husband to Diana for 56 years.
He was a devoted father to De-Ann and Daryl (Kristie) and grandfather to Colton, Anna and Amelia. He was also a wonderful brother-in-law, uncle and friend.
Throughout his life Doug was always willing to lend a helping hand and enjoyed getting together with family and friends for a spirited game of cards.
Doug had a love of gardening passed down from his father, Eldon, and spent many hours enjoying his spacious yard in Moosomin. Bowling was one of Doug’s favorite sports, and he and Diana were very active in their local league. Doug and Diana retired to Medicine Hat in 2016 to be closer to family.
A private family service will be held at a later date at his burial site in Fleming.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the nurses and doctors in the ICU at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital for the compassion and care they extended to Doug and the family.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to your charity of choice. Condolences may be made at www.gracememorial.com. Arrangements are made by Grace Memorial Affordable Burial and Cremation, 1924 10th Ave NW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1C 1T5. 403-905-0440 info@gracememorial.com
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