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Lois Thacker Obituary
Lois Jean Dameron Thacker, 79, of Williamsburg, died on June 8, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce, her parents, Verlon and Maxie Dameron, and her brother, Denver Dameron. She was the oldest daughter of 11 children.
Lois graduated from Petersburg General Hospital School of Nursing in 1963. Afterwards, she taught nursing, worked in labor and delivery and the emergency room, and was a surgical assistant. She also served on the Utilization Review Board. In Lexington, KY, Lois worked at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. She also worked in the real estate industry for many years.
After moving to Williamsburg, she joined the Skipwith Farms Garden Club, serving as president from 2001-2005. She was awarded the State Life Membership Award for outstanding work. Lois also volunteered for the National Park Service at Jamestown Island.
She is survived by three sons, Greg Thacker, and his wife, Susan, Anthony Thacker, and David Thacker; four grandchildren, Jared and his wife, Elizabeth, Eric and his fiancé, Nicole, Trevor, and Jessica; two great-grandchildren, Dylan and Gavin; her siblings, and a large extended family.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, June 12 from 5:00-7:00 PM at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd, Williamsburg. A service will be held on Monday, June 13 at 10:00 AM at the funeral home chapel, followed by interment at Cedar Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice House, 4445 Powhatan Pkwy, Williamsburg, VA 23188, or the American Cancer Society, 11835 Canon Blvd, Ste A102, Newport News, VA 23606, Attn: Williamsburg Unit. Online condolences may be expressed at www.nelsencares.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lois Thacker
June 14, 2011
Greg, Tony, and David:
I was so sorry to hear about Aunt Jean. We didn't get to spend much time with your family growing up. I cherish the times I did get to spend time with Aunt Jean and Uncle Bruce at Mamaw Maxie's house. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. I am sorry I didn't get to make it to Aunt Jean's services but was glad that my Mom, Dad and Tammie could. Take care. Cousin Debbie Rians in Silver Lake, Ohio.
Judy Nightengale Fuqua
June 13, 2011
Dear Greg and Susan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. I know you will miss your Mama very much.
May you find comfort in your happy memories,
Judy
The Safe Place Mini Storage
June 10, 2011
To Mr. David Thacker & Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during your hours of bereavement. Jack & Stephanie
Jan Damron
June 10, 2011
Greg, Tony and David:
I didn't get to spend a lot of time with Aunt Jean but I do cherish the times that I did. I loved her giggle when I would catch her doing something she didn't know I saw her doing. I will miss her very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
June 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. It was a privilege to be able to assist in caring for Lois in her last days.
Your friends at Comfort Keepers Judy Richardson RN
amy wolf
June 10, 2011
i am sorry for your loss mrs thacker was a lovely person i really enjoyed taking care of her hope you all are doing well.
god bless you all
love amywolf
June 10, 2011
My prayers are with you all. Jean and Bruce were special friends of me and my husband Vaiden (deceased) He built their house in Camelot, Petersburg, Jean was with me when my last child was born. They both were very special people. God Bless you all. Perry Jones
Linda Duty
June 10, 2011
I only knew Lois through her sister, Linda, with whom I work. However, from all the things I heard from Linda about Lois she was very loved and will be missed. May God give your family comfort and solace in their time of sorrow.
Linda C. Duty
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