Robert Lee Thorn, Sr passed away peacefully on Monday, March 22, 2021, at Trinity Medical Center in Steubenville , Ohio. He was born in Steubenville , Ohio, to the union of the late Julius and Beatrice Thorn on March 2, 1937.


He was a lifelong member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and a very active member. He loved singing and shared his talents in many choirs over the years: Spiritualaires , Men of Standards Community Choir, and the Mt. Zion Men's Chorus. He also was a member of the culinary ministry at the church . Robert graduated from Steubenville "Big Red" High School. He soon worked for Weirton Steel as a millwright and retired after 42 dutiful years of service .


" Buddy Buddy ", as he was known , could light up a room with his bright smile and charming demeanor. He had a heart of gold and a sense of humor that could lift up your day . He never met a stranger , and everyone became his " Buddy Buddy ". He met and married his wife Juanita , and they shared 23 wonderful years together. He cared deeply for his children and grandchildren .



He was preceded in death by his son , Marlon Thorn; his brothers , Donald and Eddie Thorn; and a sister , Annie Edwards.



Robert leaves to cherish his memory , his devoted wife, Juanita; children , Regina, Robert, Jr. (Monique) , Wylene , and Carl Thorn , Tameka (Sam) Thorn Burdine , and Bedford (Sonya) Sheppard; a host of grandchildren , great-grandchildren; nieces , nephews , other relatives , his church family, and many dear friends.

Memorial Service: Friday, March 26, 2021, at 1:00 PM, Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 221 N. 7th Street, Steubenville, Ohio 43952. Bishop Jermaine Moore will officiate. The family will receive friends at 12 NOON and the Memorial Service will follow at 1: 00 PM.