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RICHARD THON Obituary

THON, RICHARD I. Richard Thon, formerly of Minnesota, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 23, 2010, at the age of seventy- seven with his wife Frances by his side. He was a retired Army Green Beret, having served in the 82nd Airborne and 101st. Predeceased by son Ike, he is survived by wife Frances, daughters Vicki (Leon), Judy (Jerry), and Monica (Bryan); five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, two brothers, and three sisters. Services will be on Monday, March 1st, 2 p.m. at Greenwood Memorial Park in San Diego. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Paralyzed Veterans Association are suggested.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Feb. 28, 2010.

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