Holloway Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. | Durham, NC

Obituary For Robert G. Thorpe

Mr. Robert Graham Thorpe son of the late Victor and Jessie Lee Hawley Everett was born in Granville County on April 1, 1946. He transitioned from his earthly vessel on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at his home. He attended Durham Public Schools and furthered his education at Kings College (Durham) and Durham Technical Community College. Prior to his post secondary education, Staff Sergeant Thorpe was enlisted into the United States Army. He was a Vietnam Veteran as well as awarded The Commendation Medal and The Bronze Star. In addition to his parents, Mr. Thorpe was preceded in death by one brother and one sister. Mr. Thorpe is survived by three daughters-Cynthia Bagley of Durham, Beverly Evans (John) of Charlotte, Robin Thorpe of Creedmoor and one special son Anthony Holloway of Durham; Two Special Brothers- Joe Thorpe (Marva) and Wayne Thorpe (Lenora) both of Durham; One Uncle- McNeil “Chubby” Williams of Durham; Seven Grandchildren-Jerel Bagley, Danielle Bagley, Marc T. Murphy, Jr., Jarrett M. Thorpe, Brianna N. Caldwell, Jhordan M. Gunter and Ayden L. Graham Jones; Six Great-Grandchildren and several very special nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at Peace Missionary Baptist Church, 2608 NC Hwy 55, at 2:00 pm., visitation at 1:00 pm.

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Dear Friend, Missing you and Remembering you on your birthday!

- na

We are deeply sorry about the loss of your Father. Praying for you and your family. Wishing you and your family peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 If there’s anything we can do for you just let us know!

- Raymond & Cheryl

Robin, we’re saddened to hear about your recent loss. Accept and transmit to the rest of the family our deepest sympathies. It surely is a very difficult time; but we both hope you can find some comfort in the words of Nahum 1:7 which reads: 'Jehovah is good, a stronghold in the day of distress. He is mindful of those seeking refuge in him.' Yes, you can rely completely on our Loving God. He also has made the SURE promise of a resurrection right HERE ON EARTH when it is restored to a beautiful paradise (Acts 24:15; Psalms 37:9-11, 29, Isaiah 55:11). Then death will be gone forever (Isaiah 25:8; Revelation 21:3,4) Going online at JW.ORG, We have found great Bible help as well as videos about this resurrection.

- R&R

Many prayers to your family during this time. Always a pleasure to see him when he came and talked to me at Harris Teeter. Be blessed.

- Cierra Thorpe

Cousins! I will miss my cousin Bobby. He was more like an uncle to me. He was the coolest clean cut man I know. And he would smile and say now you know that you and Robin were not supposed to do that. Cousin you will truly be missed. Love you and may your soul Rest In Peace.

- Nakia

Rest in Peace Mr. Thorpe. You will be forever remembered in our hearts. He was one of the nicest patients to me when I first started in Brier Creek. My thoughts and prayers to his family and loved ones he left behind. God bless you.

- Richell Teo-Escobar

Beverly and Robin, our prayers and thoughts are with your family during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss. God Bless.

- Eddie & Linda Rivers

To Joe, Marva, Wayne, and Lenora - Please accept our sincere thoughts and love in the wake of Roberts passing. He was everything you wanted in a brother, friend, and co-worker. Stay strong and God will work it our in your favor. Larry & Elaine McKoy

- Larry & Elaine McKoy

Another soldier have gone home. May our Lord and Savior continue to watch and keep his family lifted. He will always be in the hearts of his military family. Rest in Peace Mr. Thorpe

- Gloria M Dillard

Thorpe family, I was so sorry to hear about your father’s passing. I know this is a very sad and difficult time for you and your family. You have my very deepest sympathy. I will continue to keep you'll in prayer! James Walker

- James Walker

I am deeply sorry about the loss of your Father. Praying for you and your family. Wishing you and your family peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 If there’s anything we can do for you just let us know!

- Raymond & Cheryl

Robert, you are probably looking down at us right now and smiling.

- Irma V. McKellar

My brother & best friend, you will be sorely missed

- Maurice McKellar, Sr.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I had the privilege of getting to know him since he started on dialysis. He was an incredible man of great faith- he always had an encouraging word for anyone he spoke with. He will be missed but what an incredible legacy he leaves behind.

- Jan Williams

My prayers goes out too the Family

- Keith

RIH 'CLYDE'(our inside joke) Beverly praying for you and the family may you find comfort and peace.

- Kim Daye Moore

Rest in peace Mr. Thorpe. You will be smiling in heaven looking down at your friends a d loved ones. We will miss you. Condolence to the family. Sincerely, Ida Wylie

- Ida Wylie

So very sorry for the loss of your father. I will continue to keep the family in my thoughts and prayers in this time of bereavement.

- Ida Alford