Russell Thorp

Russell was born April 22, 1921 in Tacoma, Washington. He passed away on October 1, 2012 at home surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his wife Marjorie, his wife of 65 years. He is survived by his brother Bill Thorp, his daughters Janie Stewart and Lexie McShane, his son James Thorp, 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Russell was raised on the family farm in Alberta and returned to the states to finish high school in Auburn, Washington. After marrying the love of his life Marjorie Morrill in June of 1946, he went on to become a prominent and successful businessman in Kent. Russ started and operated multiple companies in Kent including South Center Oil, Russ Thorp Tire Center, and TBA Wholesalers. After retirement he spent his winters in Palm Desert where he could play golf every day, and summers at his home in the San Juan’s. Russell was a gentleman throughout his life and loved by all who knew him. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. October 13, 2012 at St. James Episcopal Church, 24447 94th Ave. S., Kent. Memorial donations can be made in his honor to Hospice and the Heart Institute at Virginia Mason in lieu of flowers.