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David Thatcher Obituary

Thatcher, Sr., David "Dave"
David "Dave" Thatcher Sr., age 83, of Delaware, OH, passed away on Fri., May 22. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Nancy B. Thatcher; his son, David Thatcher Jr.; his daughter, Christy (Thatcher) Bening, his son-in-law, Dave Bening; his grandchildren, Austin Bening, Elissa Bening and Jack Thatcher. He attended Columbus North High School, class of 1955. For 45 years he was the owner and operator of Davco Appliance Service in Westerville and Columbus. For over 50 years he was a member of the New England Masonic Lodge #4; he was a past Master. His life-long interests included fishing, boating, and the restoration of old cars. Central to all these was spending good times with his family and friends. Many thanks to the health care workers at Heartland Hospice for providing care and support throughout this difficult time. Celebration of Life services to be announced at a later date. Arrangements will be made through the Rutherford-Corbin Funeral Home, Worthington, OH. For more details and updates, and to send an online condolence, please visit www.rutherfordfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from May 26 to May 31, 2020.

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Robert Ward bobby

June 1, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Kim Ward Martin

May 31, 2020

So sorry to hear of Daves passing. Dave was a friend of my mom and dads (Bob and Karen Ward) when we lived in Sharon Woods. I have good memories of Dave being at our house and my dad usually harassing or joking with him. Thoughts and Prayers with the family.

Ann Snyder

May 27, 2020

So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. long time friend from the North High School class of 1955.and he was my go to guy for appliance repair for my rentals until he retired..Dave was truly one of the good guys!! prayers to Nancy,Dave,Jr. and his family

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