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RICHARD THAYER Obituary
RICHARD G. THAYER (Age 83) "Dick"
On Monday, August 26, 2013, of Madison, WI, formerly of Wheaton, MD. Beloved husband of Shirley Ann Thayer and the late Carol Mabel Thayer; father of Teresa (David) Brengle and Timothy, Robert, Thomas and William (Melissa) Thayer; step-father of Kristy (Gordon) Meicher, Vicki Nabholz, Karen (Mark) Zimmerman and Sharon (David) Lehrer and the late Kenneth Nabholz. Also survived by many grandchildren, step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a proud veteran of the Navy for 22 years, serving during the Korean War, and retired from the Federal Government after 18 years. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Thursday, September 5 from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service and Interment at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to ASPCA.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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The Wilburn Family
September 3, 2013
Condolences to the Thayer family. I'm sure Dick will be greatly missed by all that new him. He helped raise a wonderful family that have been such a positive influence on so many. Rest in Peace!
Amy Brengle
September 3, 2013
I still can't believe that you are gone. I am happy to know that you are not in pain any longer but sad to know that you have left this earth without me saying goodbye. I only have the best memories of you . You were the rock for a lot of people and you still are. I love you Papa and I will miss you until we meet again.
September 2, 2013
I never had the privilege of meeting Mr. Thayer, but his children are very near and dear to me and my son. I love you guys and my condolences go out to all. if there is anything I can do to help you get through this, please let me know. God Bless!
Vicki Carter
September 2, 2013
I have such great memories of Dick. I will miss sending him a Christmas card from now on.
Curt and Joyce Brengle
September 2, 2013
Sending condolences and love to your family. We remember your dad as a warm and gracious man whose smile and very presence lit up a room. We love you and please remember that we are here to help you and comfort you in any way we can. Love, Dad and Joyce
Teresa (Thayer) Brengle
September 1, 2013
Thank you, Dad! With all my heart. Thanks for so many things, big and small, that you did to make my world happy. You mean so much to me, you were the wind beneath my wings! Thanks for letting me fly! I am and will always be Daddy's little girl. Love and miss you so very much! Teresa
Teresa (Thayer) Brengle
September 1, 2013
Thank you, Daddy! With all my heart. Thanks for so many things, big and small, that you did to make my world happy. You mean so much to me, you were the wind beneath my wings! Thanks for letting me fly! I am and will always be Daddy's little girl. Love and miss you so very much!
Teresa
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