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Richard Thiry Obituary
Mr. Richard B. Thiry, 87, of Grill, died on Monday, September 3, 2012 at his residence.
He was the husband of Arline C. (Thomas) Thiry.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late George and Amanda (Miller) Thiry.
Richard was a 1942 graduate of the former Shillington High School. Upon graduation, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served during W.W. II.
After his military service, he worked as a Foreman for the former Reading Steel Products, Inc., and later retired 1986 from the former J & D Fabricator, Inc. He was an active member of Christ Lutheran Church in Grill. He served as Scout Master in Grill with Troop # 165. He was a lifetime member of the Grill Fire Company.
Surviving in addition to his wife are daughter, Kathleen A., wife of L. Thomas Hornberger, of Sinking Spring, PA; and sons: Thomas G., husband of Charlotte E. Thiry, of Stevens, Michael T., husband of Lisa J. Thiry, of Shillington, and John R., husband of Susanne L. Thiry, of Wyomissing.
There are also grandchildren: Kasie, wife of Scott Seymour, Tommy Hornberger, Jason, husband of Beck Thiry, Joel, husband of April Thiry, Michelle, wife of Greg Frisby, Timothy Thiry, Andrew Thiry, Brendan Thiry and Erin Thiry; and great-grandchildren: Olivia Seymour, Arlie Seymour and Emily Thiry.
Relatives and Friends are invited to attend his Memorial Service on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at 11:00 AM at Giles & Yeckley Funeral Home and Crematorium, Inc., 21 Chestnut Street, Mohnton, PA, with Pastor Harry J. Goos, officiating. Friends may greet the family from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the funeral home on Saturday. Inurnment will be in Yocom's Union Cemetery, Grill.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in his memory to Christ Yocom's Lutheran Church, 840 Philadelphia Avenue, Reading, PA 19607, or to Compassionate Care Hospice, 1513 Cedar Cliff Drive, Suite 100, Camp Hill, PA 17011. To offer the family online condolences, please visit us at www.gilesandyeckley.com.
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for Richard Thiry
September 17, 2012
John, Sue and Family,
We were sad to hear about your Father/Grandfather's passing. It's obvious that family is so important to all of you, and we're thinking of you during this time of loss. The Fortunato's
Sharon Miller
September 15, 2012
Sis,I was so sorry to hear that Dick had passed. I remember fun times with Deena, Aunt Sis and Uncle Dick...playing Bingo and always loosing. Thanks for the memories. My thoughts are with you.
Clinton Ebert
September 10, 2012
So sorry to hear of Dick passing. I knew Richard from S.H.Sn high School . I also played baseball with him in the baseball league at Farview School. My sister Vivian (Ebert) Cake told me he has pass away. You and your family have my complete condelonces for me and my family. God Rest his soul and God Bless your family----Clinton C. Ebert SHS---1944
Ruth Unger
September 7, 2012
I am so sorry for you and your familys loss. My thoughts are with you. I can not be there for you because of Jessie. May God Bless and help you & yours through this difficult time.
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Adrienne & Terry Seymour
September 7, 2012
Pop Pop was a wonderful man who loved his family and friends. We are glad we knew him.
Tim Bennett
September 7, 2012
John and Sue,
Our thoughts are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tim and Ellen
Michael and Jill Haas
September 6, 2012
John and Sue,
Our condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Robyn Neece-Bauder
September 5, 2012
To our dearest friends. Thank you for your phone call to let us know. Your family means the world to us. Dick was the cornerstone of a rich legacy evidenced in his family. May God allow all of us to be a comfort to you. We were blessed to be a part of his life.
Troy & Lori Remp
September 5, 2012
Mike & Lisa-
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Samantha Moll
September 4, 2012
To the Hornberger & Thiry family,
I'm very sorry for your loss. He always made me laugh and was always craking jokes. I enjoyed his company, friendship, and hospitality. My thoughts and prayers and are with you now. My deepest condolences.
Donna Bixler Rominger
September 4, 2012
Kathy & Tom
Sending my deepest sympathy on the passing of your Dad.
Jay, Tammy, Emilee & Madison Cooper
September 4, 2012
Kathy & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.
wendy doaty
September 4, 2012
With deepest sympathy at your time of loss
Brian and Wendy (Swartz) Doaty
dick and robinette palsgrove
September 4, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ginny & Dick Trischler
September 4, 2012
With our love and sympathy to Sis and all the family. Wish we could be at the Memorial Service. Please know that all of you are in our prayers.
The Staff of Giles & Yeckley Funeral Home
September 3, 2012
Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.
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