DAVID RAY THAYER
January 4, 1925 - May 3, 2018
Oh the adventures he has had! Thought his earthly adventures may have ended as a result of David Thayer's passing on May 3, 2018, his memory will go on for a very long time. Born January 4, 1925, one of six children of Leonard and Sarah Thayer. Dave lived a life full of laughs, tears and opportunities with his wife of 63 years, Harriet Schnorick Thayer, who passed in 2011.
The father of six children, Dave embarked on a variety of career choices such as farmer, a long-time math teacher in Shelby County, a business man, owning Dave's Drive-In in Hope and Edinburgh, The Covered Wagon Market in Shelbyville, the Central Indiana School of Real Estate and Clifty Creek Golf Course. Dave had numerous businesses with his children along the way, ultimately establishing a family corporation that bought, improved and sold farms, houses and mobile home parks.
Dave was also a State Representative for this area from 1956-1958, being touted as being neither a Democrat nor a Republican, but having a party all his own. Dave fought for the 'little guy' and helped to right wrongs imposed by government interventions -- usually on the 'Most Feared' list of the planning and zoning committees in Bartholomew County for several decades.
Dave was very active in the real estate business, buying and selling properties first for Kelly Realty in Shelbyville and then establishing his own real estate business, serving Bartholomew, Jennings, Shelby and Rush Counties. Always one who thought 'outside-the-box', Dave once sold a small parcel of land in exchange for a large quantity of rugs! He would still swear that was a good deal.
Retiring from teaching, Dave decided that the world was truly ready for change so he enrolled in law school, attending with daughter Joyce, solving many of the world's problems on their commutes to Louisville law school. Though Dave did not complete his law studies, his real-life education continued and he spent his retirement years buying and selling property in Florida and enjoying the weather that Florida had to offer.
While Dave struggled to accept the premature passing of his eldest son, David Lynn in 2006, five of his children survive: Joyce Thayer-Sword, Rob (Vickie) Thayer, Chris Thayer, O.J. Thayer and fiance, Judy Ridpath-Holder and Melissa (Peter) Snyder. Dave's twelve grandchildren enjoyed his storytelling abilities as they grew up and can play nearly any pick-up card game to which they are invited as a result of his teaching. His cardshark grandchildren are: David Jr. "Trooper" (Shauna) Thayer, Derek Thayer, Stephanie Thayr, Daron "Bugs" (Jennifer) Thayer, Tzipporah Melissa Morris, Ashley (Chris) Holzhausen, Jordan (Rachel) Thayer, Jessica (Andy) Feldkamp, Lincoln Thayer, Amanda Thayer, Joseph Snyder and Lauren Snyder. Great grandchildren: Lachelle Munn, Angus Conley and Elle Holzhausen.
Always thought of as an analytical businessman, there was another side to Dave, that of a storyteller. Dave wrote stories, essays, fables and even some poetry. Family was at the core of Dave's thoughts, trying to guide, encourage, advise and yes, sometimes control his children. But his intent was sincere, to teach them to work hard, value the family from which they came and to be independent. Oh the adventures they have had thanks to D.R.
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(parent links provided by Marc #46542959)
January 4, 1925 - May 3, 2018
Oh the adventures he has had! Thought his earthly adventures may have ended as a result of David Thayer's passing on May 3, 2018, his memory will go on for a very long time. Born January 4, 1925, one of six children of Leonard and Sarah Thayer. Dave lived a life full of laughs, tears and opportunities with his wife of 63 years, Harriet Schnorick Thayer, who passed in 2011.
The father of six children, Dave embarked on a variety of career choices such as farmer, a long-time math teacher in Shelby County, a business man, owning Dave's Drive-In in Hope and Edinburgh, The Covered Wagon Market in Shelbyville, the Central Indiana School of Real Estate and Clifty Creek Golf Course. Dave had numerous businesses with his children along the way, ultimately establishing a family corporation that bought, improved and sold farms, houses and mobile home parks.
Dave was also a State Representative for this area from 1956-1958, being touted as being neither a Democrat nor a Republican, but having a party all his own. Dave fought for the 'little guy' and helped to right wrongs imposed by government interventions -- usually on the 'Most Feared' list of the planning and zoning committees in Bartholomew County for several decades.
Dave was very active in the real estate business, buying and selling properties first for Kelly Realty in Shelbyville and then establishing his own real estate business, serving Bartholomew, Jennings, Shelby and Rush Counties. Always one who thought 'outside-the-box', Dave once sold a small parcel of land in exchange for a large quantity of rugs! He would still swear that was a good deal.
Retiring from teaching, Dave decided that the world was truly ready for change so he enrolled in law school, attending with daughter Joyce, solving many of the world's problems on their commutes to Louisville law school. Though Dave did not complete his law studies, his real-life education continued and he spent his retirement years buying and selling property in Florida and enjoying the weather that Florida had to offer.
While Dave struggled to accept the premature passing of his eldest son, David Lynn in 2006, five of his children survive: Joyce Thayer-Sword, Rob (Vickie) Thayer, Chris Thayer, O.J. Thayer and fiance, Judy Ridpath-Holder and Melissa (Peter) Snyder. Dave's twelve grandchildren enjoyed his storytelling abilities as they grew up and can play nearly any pick-up card game to which they are invited as a result of his teaching. His cardshark grandchildren are: David Jr. "Trooper" (Shauna) Thayer, Derek Thayer, Stephanie Thayr, Daron "Bugs" (Jennifer) Thayer, Tzipporah Melissa Morris, Ashley (Chris) Holzhausen, Jordan (Rachel) Thayer, Jessica (Andy) Feldkamp, Lincoln Thayer, Amanda Thayer, Joseph Snyder and Lauren Snyder. Great grandchildren: Lachelle Munn, Angus Conley and Elle Holzhausen.
Always thought of as an analytical businessman, there was another side to Dave, that of a storyteller. Dave wrote stories, essays, fables and even some poetry. Family was at the core of Dave's thoughts, trying to guide, encourage, advise and yes, sometimes control his children. But his intent was sincere, to teach them to work hard, value the family from which they came and to be independent. Oh the adventures they have had thanks to D.R.
Services provided by Norman Funeral Home
(obit provided by dhintx #47160808)
(parent links provided by Marc #46542959)
DAVID RAY THAYER
January 4, 1925 - May 3, 2018
Oh the adventures he has had! Thought his earthly adventures may have ended as a result of David Thayer's passing on May 3, 2018, his memory will go on for a very long time. Born January 4, 1925, one of six children of Leonard and Sarah Thayer. Dave lived a life full of laughs, tears and opportunities with his wife of 63 years, Harriet Schnorick Thayer, who passed in 2011.
The father of six children, Dave embarked on a variety of career choices such as farmer, a long-time math teacher in Shelby County, a business man, owning Dave's Drive-In in Hope and Edinburgh, The Covered Wagon Market in Shelbyville, the Central Indiana School of Real Estate and Clifty Creek Golf Course. Dave had numerous businesses with his children along the way, ultimately establishing a family corporation that bought, improved and sold farms, houses and mobile home parks.
Dave was also a State Representative for this area from 1956-1958, being touted as being neither a Democrat nor a Republican, but having a party all his own. Dave fought for the 'little guy' and helped to right wrongs imposed by government interventions -- usually on the 'Most Feared' list of the planning and zoning committees in Bartholomew County for several decades.
Dave was very active in the real estate business, buying and selling properties first for Kelly Realty in Shelbyville and then establishing his own real estate business, serving Bartholomew, Jennings, Shelby and Rush Counties. Always one who thought 'outside-the-box', Dave once sold a small parcel of land in exchange for a large quantity of rugs! He would still swear that was a good deal.
Retiring from teaching, Dave decided that the world was truly ready for change so he enrolled in law school, attending with daughter Joyce, solving many of the world's problems on their commutes to Louisville law school. Though Dave did not complete his law studies, his real-life education continued and he spent his retirement years buying and selling property in Florida and enjoying the weather that Florida had to offer.
While Dave struggled to accept the premature passing of his eldest son, David Lynn in 2006, five of his children survive: Joyce Thayer-Sword, Rob (Vickie) Thayer, Chris Thayer, O.J. Thayer and fiance, Judy Ridpath-Holder and Melissa (Peter) Snyder. Dave's twelve grandchildren enjoyed his storytelling abilities as they grew up and can play nearly any pick-up card game to which they are invited as a result of his teaching. His cardshark grandchildren are: David Jr. "Trooper" (Shauna) Thayer, Derek Thayer, Stephanie Thayr, Daron "Bugs" (Jennifer) Thayer, Tzipporah Melissa Morris, Ashley (Chris) Holzhausen, Jordan (Rachel) Thayer, Jessica (Andy) Feldkamp, Lincoln Thayer, Amanda Thayer, Joseph Snyder and Lauren Snyder. Great grandchildren: Lachelle Munn, Angus Conley and Elle Holzhausen.
Always thought of as an analytical businessman, there was another side to Dave, that of a storyteller. Dave wrote stories, essays, fables and even some poetry. Family was at the core of Dave's thoughts, trying to guide, encourage, advise and yes, sometimes control his children. But his intent was sincere, to teach them to work hard, value the family from which they came and to be independent. Oh the adventures they have had thanks to D.R.
Services provided by Norman Funeral Home
(obit provided by dhintx #47160808)
(parent links provided by Marc #46542959)
January 4, 1925 - May 3, 2018
Oh the adventures he has had! Thought his earthly adventures may have ended as a result of David Thayer's passing on May 3, 2018, his memory will go on for a very long time. Born January 4, 1925, one of six children of Leonard and Sarah Thayer. Dave lived a life full of laughs, tears and opportunities with his wife of 63 years, Harriet Schnorick Thayer, who passed in 2011.
The father of six children, Dave embarked on a variety of career choices such as farmer, a long-time math teacher in Shelby County, a business man, owning Dave's Drive-In in Hope and Edinburgh, The Covered Wagon Market in Shelbyville, the Central Indiana School of Real Estate and Clifty Creek Golf Course. Dave had numerous businesses with his children along the way, ultimately establishing a family corporation that bought, improved and sold farms, houses and mobile home parks.
Dave was also a State Representative for this area from 1956-1958, being touted as being neither a Democrat nor a Republican, but having a party all his own. Dave fought for the 'little guy' and helped to right wrongs imposed by government interventions -- usually on the 'Most Feared' list of the planning and zoning committees in Bartholomew County for several decades.
Dave was very active in the real estate business, buying and selling properties first for Kelly Realty in Shelbyville and then establishing his own real estate business, serving Bartholomew, Jennings, Shelby and Rush Counties. Always one who thought 'outside-the-box', Dave once sold a small parcel of land in exchange for a large quantity of rugs! He would still swear that was a good deal.
Retiring from teaching, Dave decided that the world was truly ready for change so he enrolled in law school, attending with daughter Joyce, solving many of the world's problems on their commutes to Louisville law school. Though Dave did not complete his law studies, his real-life education continued and he spent his retirement years buying and selling property in Florida and enjoying the weather that Florida had to offer.
While Dave struggled to accept the premature passing of his eldest son, David Lynn in 2006, five of his children survive: Joyce Thayer-Sword, Rob (Vickie) Thayer, Chris Thayer, O.J. Thayer and fiance, Judy Ridpath-Holder and Melissa (Peter) Snyder. Dave's twelve grandchildren enjoyed his storytelling abilities as they grew up and can play nearly any pick-up card game to which they are invited as a result of his teaching. His cardshark grandchildren are: David Jr. "Trooper" (Shauna) Thayer, Derek Thayer, Stephanie Thayr, Daron "Bugs" (Jennifer) Thayer, Tzipporah Melissa Morris, Ashley (Chris) Holzhausen, Jordan (Rachel) Thayer, Jessica (Andy) Feldkamp, Lincoln Thayer, Amanda Thayer, Joseph Snyder and Lauren Snyder. Great grandchildren: Lachelle Munn, Angus Conley and Elle Holzhausen.
Always thought of as an analytical businessman, there was another side to Dave, that of a storyteller. Dave wrote stories, essays, fables and even some poetry. Family was at the core of Dave's thoughts, trying to guide, encourage, advise and yes, sometimes control his children. But his intent was sincere, to teach them to work hard, value the family from which they came and to be independent. Oh the adventures they have had thanks to D.R.
Services provided by Norman Funeral Home
(obit provided by dhintx #47160808)
(parent links provided by Marc #46542959)
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