Robert J. Horvath
February 21, 1942 ~ November 7, 2020
Robert J. Horvath, Sr., of Weirton, WV died Saturday, November 7, 2020. He was 78.
Bob was born in his home in Holliday’s Cove, WV on February 21, 1942, the youngest of three children born to Michael and Helen Petroski Horvath.
Bob graduated from Follansbee High School in 1960. He enlisted in the United States Army and served his country for three years, including time deployed in Korea. Bob made his lifelong career with Weirton Steel, working in the Tin Mill Electronics department. He retired after 36 years of service.
Outside of work, Bob had a sincere love for family and friends, and was an avid traveler. He and his wife Lynn enjoyed many cruises to his favorite destinations in the Caribbean and Panama Canal.
Every Christmas season for nearly 20 years, Bob and Lynn took joy in donating their time to area children as Santa and Mrs. Claus. He also enjoyed volunteering with the grounds crew of Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church.
Bob was a lifelong member of Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church, a member of Knights of Columbus 3734, Fourth Degree Assembly, VFW 2716, American Legion Post 10, and the Weirton Steel 25 Year Club.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Horvath, and his sister, Marion Pilot.
Bob will be remembered with love by his wife, Lynn Brown Horvath, whom he married in 1999; son Robert James (Lora) Horvath, Jr.; daughter Melissa (Joe) Evans and his amazing grandchildren, Jack Evans and Anna Horvath.
Friends and family will be received Wednesday from 4-8pm at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 am Thursday at St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church with the Reverend Father Dennis Schuelkens, Jr. officiating.
Interment will follow in St. Paul Cemetery, Weirton with military services being conducted by the United States Army and the American Legion Honor Guards.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph the Worker Grounds Crew, 229 California Avenue, Weirton, WV 26062.
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Lynn and family, due to a previous commitment I will be unable to attend the visitation on Wednesday. Bob was a wonderful person, and a good neighbor, and will be missed.
We lost our Father on Saturday, very sad day at the Horvath house, Love you dad!!!!
So sorry for your loss you are in my prayers
Bob added smiles to any place he visited. God received an A+ Angel in him. We are so lucky to of had him as a friend.
Worked with Bob many years first on overhead crane and later in the Tin mill electronics dept. Bob was always helpful and kind, pleasant to work with and we shared many meals and laughs together, I can still hear his laugh loud and boisterous, full of life. He will be missed and know he is with you watching from heaven. Rest in peace old buddy, I will never forget you. Ed Peters
Lynn and family, St Joes Preschool is SO incredibly sorry for the loss of your Santa…We loved having the two of you every year at our school celebrating the Christmas season with our little ones! We will always remember how sweet and gentle he was with the preschoolers, even the ones who were afraid of him. We will be praying for your entire family! Our Christmas parties will never be the same 💔💔💔
With love and hugs.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Horvey, May the Lord give you strength to remember all the beautiful moments shared with your Dad. With love and sympathy,
So sorry for your loss
I would like to pass on my condolences to Lynn and the family. Bob was an excellent example of a family man who loved his family and Church. May Bob Rest In Peace. Vivat Jesus Bernie Kelly
Sorry for your loss Bob
Lynn, you have our deepest sympathy. You were a lovely couple and did so much for others. I have a picture of my granddaughter with you both as me and Mrs Claus. I will always remember. 💜
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sorry to hear of his passing. Rest In Peace!
With Deepest Sympathy
Bob was a beacon of light were ever he was. Anyone who knew him was gifted by his presence and his smile. Bob liked to laugh and make people laugh. Bob will be missed by everyone who knew him. My condolences to Lynn and the Horvath family.
The remaining John Horvath Family, Aunt Norma, Cousin Danny & Cousin Diane having just David this past July we understand your sorrow. Our sympathy . Love, Aunt Norma and Cousins, Danny & Diane
Rodger and I send our deepest sympathies, love and prayers to you . Our hearts are sadden that he has been taken in such a way . May God grant you strength , grace and comfort you through your grief and the days ahead. I know Bod has loved you so much and always treated you like a princess. I could always see you both had so much fun together. His kindness and giving nature was what I remember best about him. He will be missed by us all. Our continued love and prayers are with you, Rodger and Kathy
Melissa, Joe, & Jack: With heartfelt condolences, and as you grieve, know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of your dad/grandpa.
Lynn, so sorry for your loss. Bob was a very warm and loving person. I’m sure he will be sadly missed. Peace and love to the family ❤️
We will never forget Bob’s smile, love, and friendship. With sympathy, your Middle Ave neighbors.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Honoring Poppy and the Blessing he was to his family; with our deepest sympathy, Chris, Bob, Krista and Charlotte
As a family, we shared many memories with Bob, but our trip to Disney is one for the books. We will never forget his excitement as he ran in our room at Animal Kingdom Lodge (at the crack of dawn) to show us the giraffes outside our window! We will miss that big kid! Love, The Holts
Melissa, Joe,& Jack, We sending you and your family our love and prayers during this difficult time. With our deepest condolences.
To Lynn and family, We are so very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He’ll forever be known as SANTA in our hearts! Sincerely, Toni and Michael Gurskey
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Robert J. Horvath, Sr., give you peace, comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Army Veteran, Robert J. Horvath, Sr., is “A True American Hero” God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
Lynn and Family: I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Such a kind man with a kind heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jenny Anderson
Lynn, I am so sorry to learn of your heartbreaking loss! Please be assured of my prayers for Bob, you, & all of the family. Kathy (Law) Hirkala
To the Horvath family, I didn’t know Bob personally, but my mom, Helen Barnabei, was a neighbor and she thought the world of Lynn and Bob. Whenever we would see Bob in church, he would walk up to my mom with a huge smile and ask how she was doing. This always brightened her day. Please know that you have my deepest sympathy in your loss. Kathy (Barnabei) Ballato
Bob was a wonderful man married to Lynn who is like a sister to me and my siblings, the Delong family. They were a perfect couple. Bob always had a smile on his face and was always very welcoming to us. Lynn you know where I am if you would like to talk. I know how hard it is to lose the man you love. My deepest sympathies. Love you.
My most sincere sympathy to Bob’s family. Always kind and with a cheerful greeting, we became friends in my short time at Weirton Steel’s Tin Mill Electronics. May God in heaven bless you buddy.
Bob, I’m sorry to hear of your father’s passing. I will always remember him fondly. My condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Kevin Kallay
Bob, We just got word of your Dad’s passing. Sending prayers and condolences to you and your family. Take care, Roger Coxen (Kocijan).
Bobby, I just heard about your father’s passing. I’m so sorry about your loss. Take care & God Bless. John Kuntupis