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Robert THORNE Obituary

THORNE, Robert Edward. Passed away peacefully at home on 27 March 2020 surrounded by his family after a brave battle with cancer. Bob lived his life for Judy and his children, Lisa and Aaron and gave his unqualified love to their partners Peter and Sarah and his grandchildren Harry, Hugo and Chloe and Cooper and Braxton. He will be sorely missed by his wider family - his parents-in-law Joyce and the late Bert Clarry and his in-laws, Bev and Brent Harman and Bruce Clarry. 'Bob, you brought so much happiness to all of us and you will live in our hearts forever.' Due to the current situation, Bob will be farewelled by his family. The date for a memorial service will be advised when the restrictions are lifted. The family wishes to thank Waipuna Hospice for their wonderful support. Messages to Judy and family to 171 Oceanbeach Road, Mount Maunganui or judythorne.nz@gmail.com. Kindly make donations to Waipuna Hospice in lieu of flowers.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Mar. 30, 2020.

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Arvind Chandratheva

July 14, 2021

It was 17 years ago we met and was just thinking about you and Judy. We were young doctors and stayed in your apartment. You were so incredibly kind, full of smiles and joy. We will never forget you and your family and memories of you will always be part of our life

Michael Leopold Frohlich

May 4, 2020

To Judy and family

So terribly sad to read about the recent passing of Bob. My heartfelt thoughts are with you all.

warmest regards to you all

Mike Frohlich

Graeme Shotter

April 1, 2020

To Judy and family.
Sorry to hear of Bobs passing.I remember the good old days in NP.Thinking of you all.

Sheila & Murray Marshall

April 1, 2020

To Pat,Brett and girls,our thoughts are with you at this sad time. In time you'll smile without tears, when you remember him. All our sympathy.

Marge Newton

March 31, 2020

To Pat,Brett and family
With my sympathy on the lose of your brother.

Jason Avery

March 31, 2020

Dear Lisa and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss, particularly over these challenging times. I have fond memories of Bob's hospitality when our Waikato University hostel crew visited the Mount. My thoughts are with you.

Kaye nee Lander

March 31, 2020

One of my first little friends at West End School.Deepest Sympathy to your family.

Jean Hastie

March 31, 2020

To dear Pat and Brett, so sorry to read where you have lost your brother and brother in law, I couldn't help but think when reading the death notice and thinking what a lovely smile on this gentleman's face. My thoughts are with you all, deepest sympathy. Lots of love Jean

Tony Gloria Avery

March 30, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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