Robert A. Horne

Robert A. Horne obituary, Durham, NC

Robert A. Horne

Robert Horne Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Clements Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc - Durham on Sep. 23, 2025.

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DURHAM – Robert A. Horne,94, passed away on Sunday, September 21,2025 at Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport, TN. Born in Raleigh, NC to the late Leslie Daniel Horne and Maggie Baker Horne. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Pearl Jones Horne; son, Michael Horne; and several brothers and sisters.

He worked for Dillon Supply company for 43 years and later became the manager. Robert was a member Masonic Lodge #352.

Mr. Horne is survived by his wife, Frances Horne; nieces, Becky Stone, Debbie Wilkins, Betty Edwards, Pat Driver; nephew, Danny Horne. He is also survived by special friends, Mike Buckles, Ronnie Buckles, James Linkous, Larry Sykes, Mark Matney and Doug Mays.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, September 25,2025 at 11:00 am at Clements Funeral Chapel in Durham, officiated by the Rev. Guy Harris, Rev. Brad Williams and Rev. Charles Churchill. The family will receive friends at Clements Funeral Home from 10-11 prior to the service. Burial will follow the service at Maplewood Cemetery.

The family extends a special thanks to Tammy McGuire, Greg and Faye Harris for their loving care and support.

The family is being assisted by Clements Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc. in Durham. Online condolences may be sent to www.clementsfuneralservice.com.

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