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HARDWICK - Hans Michael Thoma, 83, of Hardwick, beloved husband of Ginna (Freeman) Thoma, loving father to Gretchjen(Thoma) Smith, Elizabeth (Thoma) Dirom and Mark F. Thoma; grandfather to four beautiful granddaughters, Taylor, Logan, Sophie and Grace; brother of Martin, Christopher and the late Peter Thoma passed away in his home on August 26, 2013. Hans was born on April 13, 1930 to M. Fred and Magda (Gminder) Thoma in Fitchburg, MA; attended Fitchburg schools graduating in the class of 1948. He attended the University of Maine, Orono, where he was an accomplished member of the ski team and also a member of Phi Gamma Delta. Hans served in the armed services in both 1952 and 1953 prior to settling in Ware where he was employed by Ware Knitters before starting his own business Profiles, Inc in 1965. He was truly dedicated to his work and family, passionate about both. He retired in 1995 with selling the business to afford time for is true love, walking with nature, whether it be in the Quabbin, the White Mountains, or the Alps. Hans taught his family to enjoy the same on many vacations or just quiet moments were spent together on rivers, mountains or the sea, no matter what the season. His spirit and pride would be best honored by either a donation to your favorite charity, or the planting of a tree, bush or other beautiful plant in his name. A Celebration of his life will be held at 12:00pm September 8, 2013 at the First Universalist Church in Hardwick Center followed with a gathering of his family and friends at his gentleman's farm, 1186 Hardwick Road, Hardwick, MA. We welcome you all to share memories of a life full of energy, creativity, strength and humor. Pillsbury Funeral Home, 96 S.Barre Rd., Barre. Please visit:
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Memories and Condolences
for Hans Thoma
Donna Rae Sims
September 3, 2013
Ginna, sorry to read of the loss of your Dear Hans in the paper on Sunday. The entire class of 1962 is thinking of you at this time. May many happy memories make you smile as the years go on -- as ever - Donna Rae and Ron Sims
Pete Lincoln
September 2, 2013
I recall thinking that Hans was a kind and gentle soul when he was living with my grandmother, Carrie Lincoln, on Church Street. Thus began a fifty year relationship with the Lincoln family. We shall miss him, and offer our condolences to his family.
Jim Harley
September 1, 2013
Ginna,
So sorry for your loss!
Diane Bullock
August 31, 2013
Gina, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Diane Bullock
Heather and Joe Novitsky
August 31, 2013
Ginna, We just heard. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hans was a wonderful person. Whenever I am served "just a few French Fries" I always think of him.
Steven Yeldon
August 28, 2013
Although I only met your husband, Father, and grandfather a couple of times, it was easy to see the important place he held in your family. Please accept my deepest sympathy, but at the same time remember and be proud of a wonderful life well lived.
August 28, 2013
Ginna, and family, I can remember long ago sitting in the cow field that now is graced with your home, and thinking what a beautiful spot for a house... So sorry to hear of your loss, fondly, Amanda(Mandy)Markert-Begin
Ryan Witkos
August 28, 2013
To Mrs. Thoma, Gretchjen, Beth and Mark, I am so sorry for your loss. I have very fond memories of Hans from the coffee shop days before school and Hans was always such a gentleman at every encounter I had with him. May happy memories comfort you at this difficult time.
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