John R. Thorpe, age 80 of Amelia, passed from this life on December 13, 2019.  Born in Greensville Co., VA to Robert M. and Lucy Ella Thorpe, he retired from Phillip-Morris in 1993 as a mechanical supervisor.  He is survived by his wife Catherine; his sons Donald A., John W., and Brian W. Thorpe, all of Chesterfield; sister Lucille T. Dunlow of Emporia.  Funeral services 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday December 17 at Arbor Baptist Church, 13701 Butler Road Amelia, VA, with burial to follow in the church cemetery.  Visiting at Arbor Baptist Church from 12:30-2:00 p.m. prior to the service.  Contributions to American Cancer Society.  Condolences at www.hillsmanhix.com