In Memoriam
David W. Thorn, 84
December 19, 1938 – January 6, 2023
MILFORD—David W. Thorn died on January 6, 2023. He was born on December 19, 1938 in Cooperstown, New York. He was predeceased by his three brothers, Richard, Donald, and Dean, and his sister, Joyce.
After graduating from Milford Central School, Mr. Thorn received his BS and MS degrees in Education from SUNY Oneonta. Additional graduate study from Syracuse University led to certification to work with children having special needs. His certification in School Administration and Business came from SUNY Plattsburgh. Additional study was done at Ithaca College and Utica College.
Mr. Thorn taught for one year in South Colonie and, from 1961 to 1994, worked in the Cooperstown Central Schools; eight years as an elementary principal and as a classroom teacher.
There will be no calling hours or services.
Those wishing to make a donation can do so in Mr. Thorn’s name to: St. John’s Foundation, 150 Highland Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 or to Woodside Hall, 1 Main Street, Cooperstown, NY 13326.
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my sincerest condolences to the Thorn family and to all his students who knew him well.
my sincerest condolences to the Thorn family and to all his students who knew him well.
David was a mentor for me and my sisters when we were young.
David was a mentor for me and my sisters when we were young.
I had Mr. Thorn for 5th and 6th grade at the Hartwick Grade Center. One of the very best teachers ever . I’ll never forget him.
There should be more about him here. This is so sad and unceremonious. He deserves tributes ! Unfortunately I think he was alone and nothing was done.
I for one loved him and am sure many others did too.
Dwayne Croft