James Edward "Jim" Thatcher

James "Jim" Edward Thatcher, age 88, of Sunbury, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, following an extended illness. Jim was born on September 12, 1937, in Gahanna, Ohio. He is the son of the late Cecil A. Thatcher and Freda Louise (Carpenter) Thatcher.
Jim was a 1956 graduate of New Albany High School and on June 4, 1960, he married Janet Sue MacBlane at a small church in New Albany, Ohio. Together they shared 65 years of marriage. Jim loved each and every one of his family and his greatest joy was being involved in their lives. He is survived by his wife, Janet; daughter, Colleen Raegene (Jerry) Stambaugh; and son, Stephen Eric (Valerie) Thatcher; Grandchildren: Ashley (Perry) Oney, Aunna (Rick) Ziebarth, Gavin and Gracyn Thatcher; Great-Grandsons: Logan and Evan Oney. Jim was preceded in death by his brother, Jerry Thatcher.
Jim was proud to serve his country and is a United States Army Veteran. Employed by Ohio Bell/AT&T for 35 years, he retired in December 1991. He was a life member of the Telephone Pioneers, a volunteer program serving the community helping to prepare meals for Ronald McDonald House, and various other projects. Jim was also a dedicated American Red Cross blood donor. In retirement Jim was employed by Giant Eagle GetGo in Westerville, Ohio and delighted in encouraging every customer served.
A member of Sunbury Christian Church for 57 years, Jim served in many different roles but primarily as an Elder and more recently Elder Emeritus. Strong in his faith he had an overwhelming love for his church family.
A special thank you to each of you for your prayers, words of encouragement and concerns, Mount Carmel St. Ann's Hospice staff, DeVore- Snyder Funeral Home, and Pastor Dave Cahoon.
Jim loved the outdoors especially gardening, and with a positive attitude he believed that every day is a gift of God and that every day is a good day!
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sunbury Christian Church.
Open Graveside Service: Pastor Dave Cahoon
Monday, October 20, 2025
Trenton Cemetery – 2:00 P.M.
15495 Hartford Road, Sunbury, Ohio 43074
Snyder Funeral Homes, DeVore Chapel, Sunbury, Ohio is honored to serve the Thatcher family. Please visit www.SnyderFuneralHomes.com to leave an online condolence.