Robert J. Thatcher Sr.

March 20, 1953 - August 26, 2018

ROBERT J. THATCHER, SR. Robert J. Thatcher, Sr., 65, of Hallstead, PA was called home to be with the Lord on August 26, 2018, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his cherished wife of 40 years, Carol. Bob is also survived by his two children, Stephanie and Mark Gnade and Robert J. and Caryn Thatcher Jr.; two grandchildren, Nolan and Nathan Gnade; siblings, Carolyn and Bruce Gould, John and Heidi Thatcher, and Harold Thatcher; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Earl and Sandra Marvin Jr., Doreen and Art Moat, and Barbara Kelly; and many nieces and nephews. Bob was predeceased by his parents, Howard and Alberta Thatcher, Sr. Bob, along with his family owned and operated Joe’s Disposal Service, Inc. His true passion was shown by his love in serving his community through the Hallstead Fire Department along with his Brother Firemen. He was a member for 50 years, and active Fire Chief for 38 years. Seeing his face in a time of crisis immediately relieved those in need. Bob was devoted to his family and enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He will be deeply missed. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 1, 2018 at the Bridgewater Church, Hallstead Campus. Interment will be made in Rose Hill Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday, at the Tuttle-Yeisley Funeral Home, Inc., Hallstead, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hallstead Fire Department, P.O. AE, Hallstead, PA 18822.