Roger Dean Thorn

Roger Dean Thorn, 68, of Manila, passed from this life Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tenn. Born in Manila, he was the son of the late Orlan “Bill” Thorn and had been a lifelong area resident. Roger was a 1972 graduate of Manila High School and had been a longtime employee of the EIS brake factory, formerly of Manila, before he began working for Tenaris in Blytheville, retiring in 2009. He enjoyed spending time with his family and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Arkansas Razorback fan. He was fond of antique cars, tractors and enjoyed watching NASCAR and wrestling. Roger was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Westin Grant Thorn and Emma Kate Thorn.

Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Tina Morris Thorn of the home; two sons, Karl Thorn (Heather) of Manila and Scotty Thorn (Robyn) of Paragould; his mother, Mrs. Betty Thorn of Manila; one brother, Grant Thorn of Blytheville. He also leaves eight grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, at the Howard Funeral Service Chapel in Manila with Rev. Eddie Hawkins officiating. Burial will follow in the Manila Cemetery. Serving as active pallbearers will be Jim Ed Robins, Mike Morris, Robbie Morris, Frank Hamilton, Hunter Dodd and Randy Flippo. Honorary pallbearers will be Larry “Boo” Dodd and Carol Morris. The family will receive visitors Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online guest register: www.howardfuneralservice.com