George Robert Thatcher
July 9, 1916 ~ June 8, 2020
Born in:
Gary, IN
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailGeorge Robert Thatcher, 103 (July 9, 1916), of Asheville, NC passed away peacefully at home on June 8th, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Eva H. Thatcher, and his son, Jack B. Thatcher of Niles, MI. George is survived by sons, Robert M. and G. Richard Thatcher (Sue) of Asheville, NC; four grandchildren, Kelly Tison (Donnie Swafford) of Arden, NC, Andy Thatcher (Shannon) of San Antonio, TX, Amy Ward (Dwight) of Asheville, NC , and Melissa Pitt (Chris) of Mishawaka, IN; 7 great-grandchildren, Cody Herren (Lauren), Jordan Crowell (Andrew), Tyler Tison (Katie Wilson), Sydne Tison, Jack Thatcher, Michael Thatcher, and Owen Pitt; and one great-great grandchild due to arrive in November.
Mr. Thatcher was a veteran of the Army in WWII, stationed in Panama. He retired from the maintenance department of the Bendix Corporation in South Bend, IN.
He was an avid reader and had many hobbies including wood working and weaving. He was a Ham Radio operator for over 60 years, and was a member of the Western Carolina Amateur Radio Society.
After moving to Asheville in 1979 from Three Oaks, MI, he and his wife Eva were volunteers at the NC Arboretum for many years.
A family gathering will be held on Saturday, June 13, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the N.C. Arboretum, or to Four Seasons Foundation, 221 N. Main St., Hendersonville, NC 28792 or online at www.FourSeasonsFdn.org.
Services
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
What a sweet and remarkable man. I always enjoyed seeing him and talking with him. I’m sorry for your loss.
I remember George and Eva very well from my years back home working with the Amateur Radio club. He was a stalwart in those days, helping with the club’s activities. Rest in peace my friend… 73
Dear Bob, Yesterday had to be a very sad day for you and your family. I remember the times I met and talked with your Dad.and family My sincere sympathy to you and family.
To all, but especially to Bob and Rich Thatcher whom I knew from childhood,
Your Dad always had my greatest admiration. My deepest sympathies to you.
Mike and I are sad to hear of your loss. What a long life your dad had. That makes for many memories to recall in the days ahead.