Mary Etta Thorp, 85, of Waco, passed away Wednesday, May 8 at a local hospital surrounded by her family. Graveside services will be 10 am Saturday, May 11 at Rosemound Cemetery with Rev. Lester Adams officiating. Mary was born November 16, 1927 in California. She was a loving wife, devoted mother and giving friend. She was the light that guided her family and the rock that supported them. She married Robert Thorp May 5, 1941 and he preceded her in death on July 6, 2002. Survivors include her sons, Robert Thorp and his wife, Aldie of Arlington and Steve Thorp of Waco; daughters, Nancy Tobias and her husband, David of Waco and Linda Knight of Waco; 10 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; and 17 great great grandchildren.