Frederick Fletcher Thornburg

Bucky was my best friend growing up. Fun times, fond memories. Hope to see you in the future. Denny Wolter

I served with Bucky in the Peace Corps in Cucuta, Colombia. He was a gentle soul. Abrazos, mi amigo. Que le vaya bien.

We are sorry to hear of the passing of Frederick, but grateful for his service to our nation with the Peace Corps in Colombia.

Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association

My sincere condolences to Jim and all of "Bucky"s family and friends. Keep each other close in good memories and love.

My sincere sympathy and concern to the Thornburg family. I was shocked to read in the South Bend Tribune about "Bucky"'s death. I graduated from IU Law with Bucky and we started the practice of law in South Bend at the same time. His life/career obviously had a positive impact on many and benefited those he worked with/for in many ways. May his surviving family be sustained by the many memories of times together as well as by the care and concern of each other and those who knew him....

Bucky was my first real buddy as we grew up together in Mishawaka.
Many fond memories of playing together cementing our friendship. How devastating then to learn that Bucky was moving to South Bend!
We were determined to maintain our friendship and devised a plan whereby we would each ride our bikes and meet halfway. Interfering parents put the kibosh on that idea . . . . . too adventuresome and dangerous. We did, however, visit each other from time to time. As so often happens...

Karin and family, deepest sympathy on the passing of this remarkable dear of yours. I remember meeting him soooo many years ago. Joyful memories are a wonderful and mysterious gift.