Thomas D. Thacker's Obituary
Thomas D. Thacker, 71, of Decatur passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2016 in his home.
Tom was born on June 29, 1944 in Decatur the son of Kenneth and Goldie (Lowe) Thacker. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed shooting pool on the Monday and Thursday leagues with his best friend Mac.
Surviving are his daughter, Tonia Litts of Maroa; sons, Charlie Sampson and Shane Sampson both of Texas; sister, Betty Schell of Columbia, TN; and five grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and one son, Corey.
Services to celebrate Tom’s life will be 11 AM Wednesday June 1, 2016 in Maranatha Assembly of God. Visitation will be 10-11 AM Wednesday in the church. Burial will be in Long Point Cemetery in Niantic, IL with military rites conducted by the Macon County Honor Guard.
The family of Thomas D. Thacker is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. Send condolences to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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