Dr. Robert A. St. Thomas, 72, was born on March 26, 1952 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. After a courageous year-long battle with glioblastoma, he transitioned from this earth into eternal glory surrounded by his loving family on June 27, 2024. At the time of his passing, he was a 42-year resident of Buena Park, California.
Dr. St. Thomas was an esteemed physician, beloved husband, father, brother, cousin, colleague, friend, and man of faith. He was kind, compassionate and willing to go out of his way to help others. His family and friends meant the world to him. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Pearlie, children: Tristyn (Ruke), Kristyn (Christopher), Robert, and Dominique; grandchildren: Zachary, Joel, Zoe and Ava; his sisters, Dody, Simone (nieces: Veronica and Adrianna), and Tommieko; brother, Elliston, and numerous other family members.
A memorial service to honor the life of Dr. St. Thomas will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Cypress, California. Viewing will be held at Patriots Chapel on Friday, August 2, 2024, from 4-8pm. The funeral service will be held at Patriots Chapel on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 1-3pm with a Celebration of Life (repast) to follow. Due to his entombment in a mausoleum, the family kindly requests no flowers.
Dr. St. Thomas touched the lives of many with his kindness, wisdom, and dedication. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Friday, August 2, 2024
4:00 - 8:00 pm (Pacific time)
Forest Lawn - Cypress - Patriots Chapel
Saturday, August 3, 2024
1:00 - 2:00 pm (Pacific time)
Forest Lawn - Cypress - Patriots Chapel
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