Carol J. Thorpe

Carol J. Thorpe, 78, of Loami, formerly of Sherman, passed away Wednesday Morning, February 1, 2012 at her home.

She was born in South Bend, IN., May 20, 1933 the daughter of Walter and Jennie (Venderley) Follendorf. She graduated from Mishawaka High School in 1951. Her parents, and a brother, Roland Follendorf preceded her in death. She married Robert J. Thorpe in 1953.

In addition to her husband Robert, left to cherish her memories are her children; Ricki K (wife Annette) Thorpe of Oklahoma City, OK. Kathy J (husband Ivan) Garner of Loami, IL., and Robert (wife Clara) Thorpe of Sherman, IL., 7 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren.

Carol was a homemaker. She spent many hours as a volunteer with the American Red Cross. She was a member of Good Shepard Lutheran Church in Sherman. Carol found great pleasure in spending time with her family and friends, sewing and making crafts. She loved vacationing with her husband on cruise ships.

Cremation rites will be accorded by the Bisch Crematory.

The family will receive friends at a memorial gathering on Monday February 6, 2012 from 4 pm until time of memorial services at 6 pm at the Bisch Funeral Home West 2931 S. Koke Mill Rd. Springfield, IL Rev. James Stuenkel will officiate. Inurnment will be at a later date in Camp Butler National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, those that wish may direct memorial contributions to Memorial Home Hospice 720 N. Bond Springfield, IL 62702

Please visit the online “Life Remembered Story” at www.bischfuneralhomewest.com where tributes and condolences may be left for the family.