Charles Robert Thorne

October 5, 1921 - February 1, 2016
Charles Robert Thorne

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Charles Robert “Bob” Thorne, 94, passed following a brief illness on February 1, 2016 at his home surrounded by his family.  Bob was born October 5, 1921 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and for the past 20 years has resided in the community of Timber Greens, New Port Richey, Florida.  Bob served his country as a World War II veteran from 1944-1946.  He retired from the transportation industry in 1985.  Bob was an avid golfer and bowler, and enjoyed painting as a hobby.  He truly cherished the Timber Greens community.  He survived his loving wife of 52 years, Ruth, and is survived by his two children: Christine L. Davis of Oakmont, Pennsylvania; Charles J. and his wife, Jacqueline of Annapolis, Maryland; four grandchildren: Joel Thorne (Ellie), Robert Davis, Erin Thorne of Annapolis, Maryland, and Christopher Davis of Oakmont, Pennsylvania; and his three great-grandchildren: Alajah, Allie, and Dominic.  A memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 10:00am at Michels and Lundquist Funeral Home 5228 Trouble Creek Rd, New port Richey, Florida.


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  • February 03, 2016
    Matt and Michele Heckel says:
    Robert Thorne

  • February 03, 2016
    Matt and Michele Heckel says:
    Sorry for your loss! His memory will be cherished. Love you guys

  • February 04, 2016
    Tom and Chris Brick says:
    Dear Chris and Chuck, We are sorry to hear of your father's passing . This closes the book on the McKenzie Drive group . We are all left many wonderful memories such asplaying pool at your house, sharing Christmas evenings and best of all Highlands Aqua Club. May God Bless your families in this very difficult time but open your hearts to all the wonderful things in your lives. Sincerely Tom , Chris , Jeff and Mary Brick

  • February 04, 2016
    Cheryl Elin says:
    So sorry and sad, Bob was a sweet and funny man. He, l be missed. We love you guys

  • February 05, 2016
    Rich and Donna Zottola says:
    A wonderful man to all who were fortunate to have known him. Our love and prayers to the family,

  • February 05, 2016
    Rich and Donna Zottola says:
    A wonderful man to all who were fortunate to have known him.

  • February 07, 2016
    Jane Litterini says:
    Chris you and your families have my sympathies for the loss of your father. Hard to lose your father at any age. I know you will miss him