Mary Dean Thorne , 84, passed away Friday, January 16, 2026.
Funeral Service 12:00pm Friday, January 23, 2026 at East End Missionary Baptist Church, 928 E. Highland Ave, Rocky Mount, NC 27801 with Apostle Dana Weaver, officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Gethsemane Cemetery.
Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service at the church.
Service will be live stream via Hunter-Odom Funeral Service website.
Please remember to sign the guest book.
Praying for the family during this time of sorrow.we have fond memories of family times with aunt arlene,all her children and grandchildren
On behalf of Pastor Larry Johnson Sr and St. Augusta Church Family, we're sending heartfelt condolences to our friend and sister in Christ. Continue to look to hills which cometh your strength, all of your strength, love, comes from God. Remember the good times of mother and hold on to God unchanging hand. Family love on each other and be there for each other.
Good night Mother Thorne, continue to rest in master arms, we love you but God knows best.
Pastor Larry Johnson Sr. Lady Johnson
Auntie, you will be missed more than I can express! Thank you for your kindness, your genuine love and always positive demeanor! You are the definition of "family"! I love you so much!
To the Thorne Family and Friends with heartfelt condolences May God comfort and strengthen you during this time of bereavement and for days to come. Shelia A. Williams & Bernice Johnson and Family.
Auntie, you had the sweetest spirit. I'm going to miss you tremendously. I'm holding on to the memories of our "assembly line" at Christmas making cakes for two houses. Rest in heavenly peace. I love you😘
Our deepest condolences from the family and friends ,We will miss our Mother Mary, who was a precious Jewel among us and her quiet spirit will always remain with us ,May she R I P freedom from all pain and worries and we thank God for our Precious Memories
Forever in our hearts and thoughts. So thankful I had an opportunity to speak with you and Terri the night before you transitioned up to Heaven. I'm happy that you knew that I love you! ❤️
Once again, you're with grandma Arline, Granddaddy Alexander, Aunt Margie, my mom, Carolyn, Uncles, Bro, Chick, Willie, and Robert.
See you all one day!
My Deepest condolences. May she Rest In Peace.
Rest in heavenly peace Aunt Mary Dean. I love you!
My deepest condolences to the family. My prayers and love to you all. Mother Thorne was just a sweetheart and spirit I will greatly miss. May our LORD JESUS CHRIST comfort you all.
Truly our hearts were sadden in the passing of Mother Thorne. Please know we are praying for you.
Praying for The Thorne and Jones Family.
Sending my condolences to my family: cousin i will always forever miss you , I will always Love you, and I will never forget you .
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.