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Edward Joseph Thum Sr.

Edward Joseph Thum Sr. obituary

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Edward Joseph Thum, Sr. Born December 12, 1948 and taken all too soon on Saturday, March 26, 2011. An extraordinarily devoted husband and father. Ed served his country in Viet Nam in the Air Force and went on to serve his community at Tucson Gas and Electric, Southwest Gas, Hughes Aircraft and Raytheon. He is survived by his wife, Judith; his sister, Mary; three sons, Edward, Michael and Gabriel and six grandchildren, all of whom knew him as a sweet and loving man. Eternally friendly and giving, he was a volunteer at his church and at the VA hospital. Ever the engineer, he loved electronics and gadgets, once building his own PC in the early 80's. He was known as Fast Eddie in his youth for his excellent baseball skill. He also enjoyed playing guitar, golfing, bar-b-que, and riding motorcycles. He grew up to be a warm and humble man, constant in his loving relationships with family and friends. He will be greatly missed by anyone who had the pleasure and privilege to know him. A Memorial Service will be held in his honor at Dove of Peace Lutheran Church, 665 W. Roller Coaster Rd., Tucson, AZ, Saturday, April 2, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Southern Arizona VA Health Care Systems Voluntary Service (520-629-1822 for information). Arrangements by DESERT SUNSET FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Mar. 30, 2011.

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Patricia Ko

March 24, 2020

I didn't remember about the date. I shared grandchildren with Edward. i was treated very nice by him. Now his son is my rock- although we lost Judy going on 3 years in Oct; They raised a good man that I know he will help me in any way he can! neither one of them were old when they passed, so death is not always predictable based on age!
my deepest sincerly sympathy to the Entire family!

Dawn Avelenda

April 1, 2011

I worked with Ed and always thought he was one of the nicest guys. It was a pleasure to share my early years at Hughes with a person who knew how to be kind and could make you laugh with his quick wit and stories. Although gone too soon, may he find peace and walk with people he knew that have gone before him and continue to share his life stories with them. My prayers to his family and friends. Peace out Ed - Dawn Avelenda (Crews)

April 1, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great loss. May god comfort you and your family.

Liz & Web Goldsmith

March 31, 2011

To Ed- i know that we spent many years celebrating holidays. I enjoyed our many conversations. I believe that you made a big difference in my daughters life (malissa)- i also know that we shared 2 grandchildren who will miss you very much. I appreciated your gifts of homemade bread and Limoncello. Love; your son Ed's mother-in-law; Patty Holmes-Ko

G & L

March 31, 2011

Ed was one of those people that was a joy to know and a privilege to work with - epitomizing what it meant to be a 'good guy'. He left us way too soon, but he also left us grateful that we had the opportunity to know him while he was here.

Angela Pratt

March 30, 2011

I knew this day would come, but I never thought it would be so soon. Ed and I had a special relationship in that he was like a father to me at a time when I needed one, but didn't have one. I am forever grateful for that. Hey Ed, you should look up my dad. You two would get along great.

March 30, 2011

I knew Ed and Judi back in high school days. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Hold on to all of the precious memories.

March 30, 2011

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Ed always had a bright and warm smile when you talked to him. He will be greatly missed.
Greg & Carol Abbott

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