Michael J. Thacker Jr.

I deployed in 2009 with Michael to Iraq. He was the person who welcomed every new person and greeted everyone with a smile. He would pull you to the side and check on you if you weren't acting like yourself, and it never mattered if you were in his squad or not. We called him thack diesel. He always had us laughing too. Besides just being a great leader, he was so knowledgeable and as a young Soldier, we all felt confident that SGT Thacker would guide us and make sure we came home...

I'm so thankful to have had him as a friend. I had never met anyone so honest, witty, and fun before- and I don't expect to ever meet someone anywhere near his caliber! He was truly one of a kind and he will always hold a place in my heart- just as he will in the hearts of all people's lives he touched who had the opportunity to have him as a friend. I really don't want to accept the fact that I can't pick up the phone and call him at this point. However- I know we'll meet again one day. We...

Mike worked with us aboard F/V Northeastern at Fish'n Tales Adventures in Newport during the summer of 2019 as crew on our fishing trips. He was friendly and hardworking. Passengers and crew enjoyed his positive spirit. We are so sorry to hear of this loss. Our thoughts are with his family.

Always had a smile. I will never forget how I had the worst crush on him in high school lol. U always made me laugh. U were wild and crazy and rebellious with a heart of gold

I'm trying to get a hold of Michael's family, my name is Tucker Steele and Michael and I were very close for years. We served in Korea together. My phone # 9132065461 I really need to speak to his sister and parents. I'm so sorry for your loss. He was my closest friend. Please contact me!