Dale Richard Thrasher's Obituary
Dale Richard Thrasher, 84, of Leesburg, FL went to be with The Lord on Monday August 08, 2016. Dale was born on February 16, 1932 in Hazel Park, MI to the late James and Frances Thrasher. Dale was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He enlisted into the Navy on April 3, 1948 and retired 20 years later on February 07, 1968 as Communication Technician Master Chief (CTMC). During his career in the United States Navy Dale served in Great Lakes, Illinois, Port Blakely, Washington, Seattle, Washington, Norfolk, Virginia, and Adak, Alaska. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal- Fifth Award, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Navy Expeditionary Medal, China Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal. After Dales career with the United States Navy he owned his own accounting firm, “DR Thrasher” for 30 years. Dale moved to Leesburg, FL in 1998 from West Virginia. Dale was a member of the VFW, of Leesburg, FL as well as the American Legion. He and his wife Gertrude were active members of St. Mary of The Lakes Catholic Church, Eustis, FL. Dale was a loving husband, Father, Grandfather, and Friend who will be deeply missed by many. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years: Gertrude Iola Thrasher, of Leesburg, FL; Sons: Arthur Thrasher, of Leesburg, FL, Dale Jr. (Debbi) Thrasher, of CA, Clifford (Patricia) Thrasher, of WV, and William (Jennifer) Thrasher, of OH; Daughters: Mary Anne (Eric) Swan-Lind, of NC, Patti (Brent) Brady, of Eustis, FL, Terrie (Charles) Widmayer, of MD, Jo (David Young) Thrasher, of NC, Pamelee (Craig) Keyser, of MD, and Christine (Jesse) Chapman, of WV; Sisters Dolores Vigderman, of FL and Jeanne Henderson , of TX; Over 30 Grandchildren and over 20 Great-Grandchildren; and many Nieces, Nephews. A visitation will be held on Saturday August 13, 2016 from 10:00AM – 11:00AM at Steverson Hamlin and Hilbish Funeral Tavares, FL. A Funeral service will follow directly after at 11:00AM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) on line at http://www.alzfdn.org/donatepopup.html or by phone at (866)232-8484. Arrangements have been entrusted to Steverson, Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations, 226 E. Burleigh Blvd., Tavares, FL 32778, (352)343-4444. Online condolences may be left on the Tribute Wall.
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