Neil Thorpe

1941 ∼ 2023

Neil Thorpe, 82, of Kenosha, WI, passed away at home on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Born in Bury, Lancashire, England on April 21, 1941; he was the son of Eric and May Thorpe. He graduated from Bradford High School. On January 26, 1963, Neil married Ramona Richie in Kenosha, WI. Neil began his apprenticeship with Mohr Jones and was later self-employed with Belle City Heating & Sheet Metal. He was a volunteer firefighter and EMT for Somers Fire Department from 1975-1992. He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, and Racine Instinctive Bowmen. Following his retirement, Neil actively participated as a ring master for many horse shows from Minnesota to St. Louis. He also showed horses for Northern Tradition Farm and enjoyed assisting with all aspects of the show process. Neil also enjoyed hunting with his sons. Neil is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ramona; five children, Jim (Lori), Ken (Tammi), Kathi (Loren) Tolnai, Thomas (Robert Griffin), and Nancy (Rich) Vanderleest; grandchildren, Steven (Sarah), Jeffrey (Samantha Pillizzi), Eric (Cassandra), Sundae (Adam) Zabler, Codi, Ashley, Dustin (Jamie), Katie (Dakota) Batterman, Bethann Tolnai, Samantha Tolnai, Trever (Jamie) Schoenfeld, and Shelbi (Eli Wallace) Schoenfeld; and 15 great-grandchildren, PJ, Aaron, Casey, Ava, Aria, Bentley, Aubrey, Baylee, Madelyn, Jesse, Joshua, Jacob, Mya, Eli, and Nova. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eric and May Thorpe, and his daughter, Elizabeth. Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Sunday October 15, 2023, at Proko Funeral Home. Visitation will continue from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 16, 2023, at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Sunset Ridge Memorial Park, Kenosha, WI.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111 60th St.Kenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Neil’s Online Memorial Book At:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Steve Ryan November 24, 2023
Thanks Neil. If it wasn't for you, I wouldn't know how to shoot a bow. I owe my hunting abilities to you, because you taught me a lot. I will always remember you. You were a great guy and mentor. Steve Ryan, Rapid City, SD
CHRIS CAVENAILE October 6, 2023
First let me say I am so sorry for your loss. Papa Neil was a great man and I thought the world of him. I have so many memories of him but I believe my best memories were when he and I would ride in the horse trailer to shows. Oh we would talk and laugh, actually Tom made ride with him because I talk to much. I remember how he could make me laugh so hard. We went to St Louis and he was telling me that if you stayed at a certain speed you could hit every green light but for some reason we hit every red I just laughed. I remember his kind words to me when I lost my husband Ron, they were sorta buddies.Big Shooter rest in peace you will be deeply missed. Chris
Dinese Dam Dam October 5, 2023
A memory I have a of Neil are all the fun times we had. The water fights the firemen’s ball the street dances the block parties the bon fires and cooking potatoes and so much more. He was a very loved and special friend. There’s so many memories. Rest in peace Neil. Mona I am so sorry to hear of Neil’s passing. You and Neil were always like family to me. My condolences to you and the family. Love you , Dinese Schmunck Dam