James Thacker Obituary
We bid farewell to James Thacker of Aberdeen, Ohio, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 28, 2025 at the age of 83. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Thacker to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Roy Thacker and Mary Ruth Palmer Thacker; his son Jay Thacker; and his siblings, Phyllis Dryden and Ken Thacker.
He is survived by: his wife Dorothy Francis Thacker; his daughters, Donna Dryden (Brian) of New Baden, IL and Debbie Godfrey of Virginia Beach; his siblings, Randy Thacker of Manchester, OH, Larry Thacker of Fairborn, OH, Dave Thacker (Von) of Fairborn, OH, Wanda Keaton of Fairborn, OH, Sheryl Kabler of Fairborn, OH and Joanna Hesler (Peg) of Georgetown, OH; his grandchildren, Kelly Collins (Jamie), Emily Tener (Josh), Justice Dryden (Samantha), Cierra Knox (Brandon), Hailey Dryden, Jalyn Thacker, Katie and Dana; his great grandchildren, Karlee, Kelly, Kanton Collins, Josh, Macy, Madison Tener, Adley, Ellen Dryden, Zaylee Knox, Logan, Zach, Abigal, McKenzie and Allyson; and his grandsons, Grayson Carrow and Roman Napier. He is also survived by 13 nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Saturday, February 1st 2025 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Wilson Funeral Home (35 W 2nd St, Manchester, OH 45144). A funeral service was held on Saturday, February 1st 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Saturday, February 1st 2025 at the Manchester Cemetery.
