After a lengthy illness on October 1, 2009 at 68 years of age. Beloved husband of Lynda (nee Williams). Cherished step-father of Karen and husband Rob Bertini, Pam and husband Steve Bocchini, Tracy and husband Kelly Singer. Dear grandpa of Stephanie, Anthony, Spencer, Michael, Michael, Cristina, Ryan, Abby and Katie. Loved son of the late Wesley and Dorothy Thrasher. Dearest brother of Joan, Danny, Carol, Craig, Bradley, Wayne, Marilyn, Donna Kay, Karen, the late Gail, Marsha and Gary. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. If you so desire, donations to the Windsor Essex Regional Cancer Center would be appreciated by the family. A private family service will be held. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Families First Funeral Home & Tribute Centre 3260 Dougall Ave., for further information please call (519-969-5841).