Norman R. Thrasher, age 63, passed away suddenly at his home in Adams, Wisconsin early Saturday morning on December 21, 2013.
Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 26, 2013 at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Interment will be at the South Arkdale Cemetery, Town of Strongs Prairie, Adams County, Wisconsin.
Norman was born September 10, 1950 in Adams, Wisconsin to Norman and Esther (Sparby) Thrasher.
He married Susan Rhodes of Milwaukee, on April 1, 1971 in Adams, Wisconsin.
He considered his greatest accomplishments in life were his five children and five grandchildren. Jenni (Joel Melcher) Thrasher of Friendship, Jacob (Ashley) Thrasher of Mauston, Lucas Thrasher of Adams, Rebekah (Eric) Joslin and Kody Thrasher of Adams. His five grandchildren are Jillian Moscinski of Cedar Lake, Indiana, Jenna Joslin, Dustin Joslin of Adams, Lochlyn Thrasher of Mauston and Raina Joslin of Adams. His greatest joys in life were his children and grandchildren. His surviving sisters are Gloria (Charles) Stevens of Westfield and Patricia Solberg of Staunton Virginia. He is also survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews.
Many years ago he worked at the Pallet factory and also at the Railroad Motel in Adams. He was a nurses aide at Villa Pines for several years. For the past nearly 15 years he worked as an aide and then a med tech at Liberty Manor in Adams.
He held family get-togethers on July 4th and Christmas Eve every year where he enjoyed doing all the cooking and having all his family close. It meant a great deal to him. He also enjoyed reading, drawing pictures with his grandkids and was a huge trivia and movie buff. His greatest past time was his computer, where he had a facebook page, rated #1 on Words With Friends, Adams County Democrat Page, Waking Sanity Page, also Administrator of the of the Cinematic and Literary Reviewer and made friends all over the world.
Norman loved well and was well loved for his generosity, unselfishness and altruistic spirit. He will be missed by many.
i Gave my deepest sympathy to the family of norman, i workrd with norman at Liberty manor in 2005, he was such a wonderful friend, he always talked about his family, words could not explain what a Guardian angel that he was, he will be so missed by many, i”m sure the Lord gave him hes wings and hes there watching over hes family, God bless the family of norman thrasher,
To the Thrasher Family: I am so sorry to hear about Norm’s passing. He was a kind hearted person who made a difference in the lives of the people he touched. My deepest condolences.
Our sincere sympathy at your loss. Norm was a very kind, humble, and compassionate man. We got to know him during his time at Liberty Manor. He was so kind and patient…he was wonderful to my (Maureen’s) mom. A fine example to his family, he was a true caregiver. Norm will be missed by many. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jenni and family~So sorry for the loss of your father. We know how hard that can be. It sounds like he was a wonderful man. If he was anything like you, he sure must have been. God’s comfort and hugs Jenni~
To the family and friends of Norman R. Thrasher. I am truly sorry for your loss. Our loving creator has provided hope and comfort to help us through such difficult times. Isiah 33:24 promises a time when “no resident will say “I am sick”…..John 5: 28,29 promises a resurrection…. Rev. 21:4 promises a time when there will be no pain, outcry or even death……The time will soon come when these scriptures will be fulfilled. In the meantime hold on to the memories of your loved one and prepare yourselves that you may be there to greet him when the time comes
Sorry for your loss. Norm was one of the best friends we could ever have. We loved him dearly. God must have needed him more than we do. He will be a guardian angel watching over his family now. We love and will always miss you norm.
Becky, Eric and kids: Deb and I extend to you our sincerest condolences. This is a very difficult time but remember those great memories and let them help to sooth the pain of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
To norms family, he was such a great guy. Though I have only been working with him for a short while at liberty manor, he was my turn to guy for any help i needed and was a great pleasure to be around. Sorry to hear about your loss. Keep those memories close. He will be missed.
Jenni and family I am very sorry to hear about your loss.
Jenni, Jake, and family – So sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences through the holiday season.
Jenni and family, I am so so sorry to hear about your dad passing away. He was such a quite manfor. Wish I cud be there for you on Thursday. Just keep remembering all the memories you had with your dad alive. Just know he is in a better place.
Love your friend Jennifer
To Norman’s Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Norman at Villa Pines when we worked as Nurse’s Aides. He was an awesome person and enjoyed working with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Jake and family,
So sorry for your loss!
Our thoughts and prayers are with Norms family during this sad time. Thank you Norm, for the care you gave to Pete at Liberty as well as your special bean soup-he loved it-you will be missed by many. Pete and Margaret
Jenni sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss
My thought s an prayers are with you all.
Jenni and Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family at this time… Kathy, David, Jason, Chelsea(Donovan Evans) Zant.
To Norn’s Family, So very sorry to hear of Norn’s passing. I know this is a difficult time for you, you have all these wonderful and loving memories to help you though it. God Bless all of you.
So sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts are with the family. He was a good man.
Jenni and family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. May you find the strength and
Comfort during your time of great loss. Your dad was a great man loved by many.
My deepest condolences
It’s the little things, the small, everyday occurrences that you’ll remember. The laughs, the stories, the smiles. And even though it seems like you can never recover from your loss, it is these very memories that will help push the pain away and bring back the smiles.You are in our every prayer and thought.
You have our deepest sympathy.
I am truly saddened by this. Norm was a wonderful man, and a true friend to me. I enjoyed working with him for many, many years. My love is with you all. Norm will be terribly missed.
Jake and family, sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Hold the memories close to your heart and he’ll always be with you.
Jenni and family so sorry to hear of your loss are thoughts are with you and your family.
Jake and Jenni and family, so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jake and family,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I was sorry to hear of Norm’s passing. I worked with him at VPLC many years ago. He was a good person to work with. My sincere condolences are sent to you at this difficult time. Hold each other and all your memories close and always remember that Norm loved you very much. Barb Dehmlow
So sorry to hear of his passing. My sister in law appreciated his loving care at Liberty Manor.Keep those memories of him close.