| Location | Newcastle Upon Tyne |
| Age | 70 years |
| Cause of Death | Cancer |
| Date of Birth | 01/08/1935 |
| Date of Death | 24/04/2006 |
| Visitors | 7,241 since 24/04/2007 |
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Robert Anthony Thornton(Bobby or Popeye to his friends) was born 1st August 1935 and died 24th April
2006 after a brave battle with Kidney cancer.He was 70 years old, to all his loving family he was
Gone too soon.
Robert was originally from Benwell but ended his years living in Newbiggin Hall. Robert has a loving
wife Isobel and 3 loving children Angela, Robert and David. He also has 7 beautiful
grandchildren,Stacey, Lauren,Alex, Holly,Robert, Lewis & Rosie.
Robert was the 2nd eldest of a family of 4 brothers and 2 sisters.They are Jacky
(deceased),Phyllis(deceased),Peter,Ellen, Allan and Michael.
Robert, my precious, unforgettable Dad, was funny,loving, friendly and enjoyed playing the
mouthorgan and accordian. He is sadly missed by all the family and everyone who knew him.
MUSIC: FATHER & SON by Cat Stevens,played at Dads funeral, chosen by his sons Robert and David.
WHEN IRISH EYES ARE SMILING version by Foster & Allen, Dad used to play this on his mouthorgan and
accordian,it brings back very happy memories of my lovely Dad xxxx
Robert's brother Jacky sadly died on Easter Sunday 2008 and also has a site on Gone Too Soon, his
name is John William Thornton. The 2 inseparable brothers are reunited.
I would like to say a big thank you to everyone who has lit a candle and/or left a tribute. It is
very much appreciated. My Dad would be over the moon. THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart xxxxx
Miss you Dad.
Hi Dad, you would be so chuffed with this tribute to you. You who never so much as switched on a computer.It is lovely that people are reading it and lighting candles for you.Robert jnr. got back from Spain yesterday and he and Diane will be visiting your grave with flowers and meeting Mam. She will be ringing me as usual to tell me how it looks. Your stone all lovingly polished, she will be wearing it away. Miss you so much Dad,love you, god bless, Angelaxxxx
Miss you Dad.
Hi Dad, the first year has passed.I was at your graveside at the weekend when I was up in Newcastle. We've put a beautiful basket of flowers on for you.Red roses and yellow daisies and chrysanths. Mam rang me from the cemetry yesterday and said it looks lovely.You're probably saying "there's Mrs Bouquet cleaning and polishing the stone". We have your beloved Tyne Bridge on your headstone. Dad,rest in peace,miss and love you so much,Angelaxxxxxxx
a letter from heaven sent to comfort you all
TO my dearest family,
some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
~Author~
Ruth Ann Mahaffey
©Copyright 1998
Written in memory of my late husband, Richard Mahaffey
1st Anniversary
Grandad, I'm proud to have your name. I miss you so much.Rest in peace Grandad,love you lots, Robert (Bob)xxx
to the best granda in the world
Grandad, I miss you so much. I miss your funny jokes and funny faces. You were the best grandad in the world.Rest in peace love you, Alex xxxx
On your 1st Anniversary.
Dad, hope you are playing your mouthorgan in God's garden. It only seems like Yesterday since you passed away.We are looking after Mam for you, she misses you so much, you were her best friend and first love. Robert and Alex miss you too and miss your funny jokes. We miss your cheeky grin and twinkling eyes. Rest in peace Dad,you are forever in our hearts, love Angela,John,Alex & Robert xxxxxx
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