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Jack Thatcher Obituary

THATCHER Jack D. Thatcher, 60, of Pataskala, passed away at his residence on July 11, 2008 surrounded by his family. Born on July 4, 1948 to the late James O. and Dorothy (Williams) Thatcher in Portsmouth, Ohio. Jack retired from OSU East Nuclear Med. Department and worked at Park Medical Center and St. Anthony's Hospital. He took great joy in his grandchildren, fishing, hunting, reading and movies. Jack was a Vietnam Veteran. Survived by wife of 23 years, Loretta (LeFevre) Thatcher; father of Brian (Stacy) Thatcher, Daniel Thatcher, Fred (Michele) Thatcher and Jason (Amy) Thatcher; grandfather of Emily, Grace and Jacob; brother of Rick Thatcher and Michael (Marcia) Thatcher; best friend, Chuck Griesinger; and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at KAUBER-SAMMONS FUNERAL HOME, Pataskala on Monday, July 14, 2008 from 5-8 p.m. Funeral service on Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Hosanna Lutheran Church, 7714 Hazelton-Etna Rd., Pataskala, with Pastor Wayne Zavotka and Pastor Ann Marie Winters officiating. Burial to follow at the Pataskala Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Mt. Carmel Hospice and to the church. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Jul. 13, 2008.

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Jacob Carpenter

December 14, 2008

Dear Loretta,

My family just found out today and are sorry for your loss. Please contact us as my mom would love to hear from you.

-Jacob Carpenter (Julie Carpenters Son)

Staci Brown

September 10, 2008

Dearest Loretta and family, I just learned of Jack's passing and am so sorry that I wasn't there for you. Mommy loved you both so much and I'm sure she's hanging out with Jack as we speak. Me and my family's love and sympathy are with you.
Love, Staci and family (Sandy Bush's family)

James (Rick) Thatcher

July 16, 2008

I'll miss you brother you were always the "ROCK", thank you for all your help over the years and being there when needed.

Priscilla Long

July 15, 2008

Loretta,
I'm so sorry to learn of Jack's passing
You and your family have my heart felt sympathy. I will keep you in my prayers always.

Robert Peterson

July 15, 2008

I am very sorry to hear about Jack's passing. I knew Jack from his time at OSU Hospital East. My sincere sympathy to Jack's family

Bob Myers

July 15, 2008

Loretta,
I was very sad to hear about Jack. I know all your friends are thinking about you. I will keep you in my thoughts.

Bob Myers.

Karlis Ezerins

July 15, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. I knew Jack thru Chuck G.

Daniel Thatcher

July 15, 2008

I miss you, dad. Thank you so much for always being there when I needed you. The world will never be the same without you.

Carol Macabobby

July 14, 2008

Loretta,
Sorry to hear about Jack. You know you are in my thoughts and prayers!! Please let me know if I can do anything for you and your family.
Love,
Carol Macabobby

Jeff Rayburn

July 14, 2008

As you already know Brian, Laura & I are very sorry to hear about your Fathers passing. Like any other time in our lives, I will be there for you & your family as will Laura. If you or Stacy need us for anything at all, Please don't even give it a thought Brian. We love you guys very much.

Vera Carter-Glasper

July 14, 2008

Sorry to hear of Jack's passing I will keep you in my prayers. Loretta knowing his now in peace later will give you and your family comfort. Now I feel the pain you feel in your lose. Hang in there knowing there's people who love you and Jack. Take care. Much Love Vera old
co-worker

Chrissy

July 14, 2008

Aunt Jean Jean, Fred, Jason , Brian, Daniel, Jacob, Emily, & Gracie,
I love you guys, I loved my uncle Jack dearly. Jean Jean you know there's NOTHING I would'nt do for you. I'm here for all of you. Much love...

George, Patti and Jeremy Huff

July 13, 2008

Loretta and Family:
Are thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need ANYTHING, please contact us.

suzie swackhamer

July 13, 2008

sorry about jack you know that my love is with you now and always. tell mike and rick im sorry that i couldnt be there right now they know why but i love you guys.

Uriah Binegar

July 13, 2008

My heart and prayers go out to you.

John Gates

July 13, 2008

I am saddened to learn of Jack's passing. My condolences to Loretta and all the family.

Shyla Thurston

July 13, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

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