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Joan Thorson Obituary

Joan Alice Thorson (Koppenheffer) Born on September 29th, 1932, went to be with our Lord on April 3rd, 2011. She is survived by and will be missed by her husband of 57 years, Merlin "Bud" Thorson, her three sons, Thomas (Billie), Jerry (Gina), and David (Holly) Thorson, and her daughter Linda (John) Thorson Williamson, as well as many grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 10th, 2011 at 3 pm at Bethel Christian Center in Federal Way. Memorial donations may be made to City of Buckley Fire Department, EMS Equipment Fund, PO 1960, Buckley WA 98321.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Apr. 6, 2011.

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Rose Domboroczky

May 2, 2011

Uncle Bud,
My sincere and heartfelt sympathy for your loss, your family's loss - Aunt Joan was absolutely, positively and without question 1 in a million and she will never be forgotten - only treasured in very fond memories.

All My Love and Sympathy to You & Yours Uncle Bud - Rose

Mary Stevens

April 10, 2011

Dear Chief Bud and Family: My sincere condolences to you all. The loss of a beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother can never be replaced. Joan Thorson was a Matriarch to the Fire Service. Her contributions to The Federal Way Fire Department and to the communities where she lived and served will be long remembered. Take care of yourselves and God Bless.
Mary Stevens

April 7, 2011

Uncle Bud, we are so sorry to hear about Aunt Joan. Treasure the memories. You had a special relationship. May the Lord give you peace and strength in the coming days.
Marilou and Dean Mick

April 6, 2011

Uncle Bud,
May the Good Lord grant peace and comfort to you and your whole family in this difficult time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Bob and Realonda Thorson

April 6, 2011

To the Thorson Family, we are sorry to hear about the passing of Joan we will pray for peace and comfort for all of you in the coming days. God Bless you all, Duane and Shirley Warner

April 6, 2011

To THe Thorson family
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother, we have known your mother and Dad many years and we want you to know that we will pray for peace and comfort for all of you in the coming days. God Bless Duane and Shirley Warner

Kathy Roos

April 6, 2011

Dear Jerry and Gina,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Love.. Rick and Kathy Roos

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