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1928 - 2010
 Emory F. Thacker, 82, of Huntington, devoted husband and father, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, after a long illness. He leaves behind his loving and devoted wife of 60 years Janet Joyce Thacker, two beloved sons Mark Steven Thacker and his wife Mary Thacker and John Marty Thacker, two beloved grandchildren Steven Jeffrey Thacker and Traci Lauren Thacker. He was the loving son of John Emory Thacker and Jeanette Nette Thacker. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Lennie Richardson and Reba Faye Ferguson and one brother Wilber Winston Thacker. Emory served his country in the US Navy during WWII stationed in Adak, Alaska. He was a former master plumber and pipefitter and was a member of Plumber and Steamfitters Local 512 for 50 years. He was a member of Westmoreland Baptist Church. He also leaves behind a number of nieces and nephews, including a special nephew Vernon Howell. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 pm Monday, December 27, 2010 at the Reger Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm Tuesday at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Dr. C.J. Adkins. Burial will follow in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. God received a precious gift on the day we celebrate the birth of his son. Emory will be greatly missed. The Veterans Honor Guard of Huntington will conduct military graveside rites. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.timeformemory.com/reger. |
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There are currently 12 condolences.
Debbie Rowe
Tuesday January 4, 2011 at
7:34 PM
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Aunt Janet, Mark and Marty,
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Emory's passing. I had no idea!!! I would have loved to have celebrated his life with you. You all were such a great support to our family!
You must have faith that God will see you through this trail in your life. I love you all! Debbie Berry Rowe
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Tim Thacker
Sunday January 2, 2011 at
3:19 PM
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Dear Janet and family,
We just heard of Emory's passing. We are so sorry for your great loss. We hope and pray that you can take comfort in our Savior Jesus Christ and the knowledge that families are eternal. Love to you, Tim Thacker and family
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Vickie Deaton Adkins
Thursday December 30, 2010 at
10:59 AM
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Marty and family Prayers and thoughts are with you.
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Susan Ferguson Evans
Wednesday December 29, 2010 at
1:40 PM
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We were out of town and missed the notice of Emory's passing on Christmas Day. We haven't seen Emory in several years but wished to express our sympathy to his loving family. I'm sure Uncle Jim and Aunt Reba were there to greet him upon his arrival! Susan & Johnny Evans
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Marcia Davis
Monday December 27, 2010 at
5:40 PM
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Dear Marty,I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. We know that he is with his Lord in Heaven.
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Libby Hall
Monday December 27, 2010 at
3:46 PM
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Janet & family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. My prayes & thoghts are with you all.
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Robin Howell
Monday December 27, 2010 at
11:17 AM
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Dear Aunt Janet, Mark & Marty,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. I will always remember the fun times visiting your house and Uncle Emory encouraging us to bang on the drum set. We're sorry we can't be with you, but let us know if you need anything. All of our love. Robin Howell, Kevin & Patrick O'Dowd
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Vernon F Howell
Monday December 27, 2010 at
10:34 AM
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I regret the loss of my big brother,uncle and friend. And we regret the circumstances beyond our control that prevented our family from attending the services. We will get in touch as soon as possible. Vernon and Beverly
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larry prichard
Monday December 27, 2010 at
9:22 AM
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Marty and family, I share in your grief and am so sorry for your loss, it is good to know that those who live in Christ, will rest in Christ and will unite again with us..larry and myrtle prichard
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BILL PARKER,II
Monday December 27, 2010 at
5:54 AM
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TO THE THACKER FAMILY:
JANET YOU HAVE LOST A WONDERFUL HUSBAND; TO MARTY AND MARK YOU BOTH A AN EXAMPLE OF GREAT DAD; TO STEVEN AND TRACI I KNOW HOW YOUR PAPA LOVED BOTH OF YOU. AS FOR MYSELF I'VE LOST A GOOD FRIEND.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHIES
BILL PARKER,II
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Doris Watts
Sunday December 26, 2010 at
11:56 PM
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Janet,
I am so sorry for your loss. Unforturnately I have to be out of town Monday and Tuesday and will be unable to visit with you. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Cindy Robinson
Sunday December 26, 2010 at
3:25 PM
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Aunt Janet, I'm so sorry. I hold a very heavy heart for you today. My love and prayers are with you. Cindy
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