Anne Marie Thorne, 59, of Overland Park, KS, passed away December 21, 2022. She was born Sept. 19, 1963, in Denver, CO.
Anne graduated from Bishop Miege High School in 1981 and earned her degree in education at Kansas State University, teaching many years in both grade and junior high school. Most recently, she worked at the Social Security Administration.
Anne was passionate about many things: family, holidays, games, needlework, home, yard and especially her dog, Truffles. Always the lead at creating fun, she made all gatherings memorable. She continually chose to focus on the positive in life. Nieces and nephews found her to be a source of wisdom and love. We will all miss her joy and laughter!
Anne was preceded in death by her mother, Clare Marie Thorne and her brother Eugene Thorne, Jr. She is survived by her father, Eugene F. Thorne, Sr., her siblings; Bridget Thorne, Terri Kilgore (Charley), Brian Thorne (Deanna), Michael Thorne, Karen Thorne. And numerous nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
Visitation at 9:00 AM Dec. 29 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 11300 W 103rd St, Overland Park, KS. Funeral Mass will follow visitation at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Charities of Johnson County or Mother’s Refuge.