Cainan Ryan Thorne

Cainan Ryan Thorne, 8, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee.

Born April 28, 2016, in Denver, Colorado, he was the son of Chad Donald Thorne and Renee Michelle Brubaker.  

Cainan was an energetic and beloved 8-year-old boy whose bright spirit touched the lives of so many. Cainan was a third-grade student at Newbern Elementary School, where he was loved by his teacher, Mrs. Kaley, and his classmates. He was a wonderful friend, always ready with a smile, a laugh, or a kind word.

A natural athlete, Cainan played basketball, soccer, football, and baseball—each sport bringing him joy, making it nearly impossible for him to choose a favorite. Whether on the field or the court, he was a dedicated teammate and a true sportsman, encouraging those around him with his positivity and enthusiasm.

Beyond sports, Cainan loved playing video games and spending time with his family and friends. His energy was boundless, and his heart was full of kindness, always making others feel included and valued.

Cainan’s bright light will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Though his time with us was far too short, his love, laughter, and unforgettable spirit will live on in the hearts of his family, friends, teammates, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Rest in peace, sweet Cainan. You will always be our MVP.

Funeral services for Cainan will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, March 27, 2025, in the Chapel of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home.  Officiating the service will be Mr. Zach Bennard and Mr. Jon Morris.  Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Newbern, Tennessee.  Visitation for Cainan will be held from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Johnson-Williams Funeral Home.

He leaves to treasure his memory, his mother, Renee Brubaker of Newbern, Tennessee; his father, Chad Thorne of Dyersburg, Tennessee; two brothers, Roman Thorne and Titan Thorne both of Newbern, Tennessee; grandparents, Mike and Brenda Brubaker of Newbern, Tennessee and Keri Briner of Denver, Colorado. Cainan had a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family who he loved dearly.

Honoring Cainan as pallbearers will be Chad Thorne, Roman Thorne, Titan Thorne, Mike Brubaker, Ryan Brubaker and Jared Hardy.

Online condolences may be made to the family at johnson-williamsfuneralhome.com.  Johnson-Williams Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Cainan Ryan Thorne.

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