Theodore B. "Ted" Thacker

Theodore B. "Ted" Thacker, age 83 of Austintown, passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Born October 30, 1934 in Pikeville, KY; he was the son of James and Jane (Damron) Thacker. Ted retired in 1985 from Republic/LTV Steel after 32 years of service. He was a member of the Boardman Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and taking his grandchildren to pick strawberries. His faith was an important part of his life along with his family, friends, and church family. Survivors include his three sons: Jeff (Mary Lou), Randy (Robin), and Don (Diane) Thacker; seven grandchildren: Amanda, Rachelle, Matthew, Cassie, Tara, Austin, and Josh; three great grandchildren: Isabella, Grace, and Amelia. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Gennette, who passed away on August 8, 2014; brothers William and David Thacker, and a sister Sarah Wallace. Services will be held at the Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel on Saturday, June 30, 2018 at 12:30PM where friends will be received beginning at 11AM. Private burial will take place at Green Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Valley.