George Thode

George Thode

December 28, 1938 - July 12, 2023

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STOUGHTON - George C. Thode, age 84, of Stoughton, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at home with his wife by his side. He was born on Dec. 28, 1938, in Oak Park, Ill., the son of William H. and Dorothy (Reid) Thode.  George was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, having served from 1956 - 1963. On May 15, 1965, he married his wife, Kathleen “Kathy” at First Lutheran Church in Stoughton, Wis.


Prior to retirement, George enjoyed a career in accounting at Chase Lumber in Sun Prairie. He was a member of the Stoughton Historical Society and the Small Animal Advocates of Stoughton. He was also a member of the Stoughton Baptist Church for over 40 years, where he served as song leader. George and Kathy would go to area nursing homes to lead music worship with the residents. He felt the need to know Jesus as personal Savior and would encourage anyone with questions to seek the answers from God’s Word.


George is survived by his wife, Kathy; sons, Michael (Sarah) Thode, Timothy (Michelle) Thode, William (Sandy) Thode and Robert (Christina) Thode; brother, William (June) Johnsen; step brother, Gary Hubble; brother-in-law, Ron Thums; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as many other loving family members and special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Fred Thode; and sister, Madeline Thums.


A funeral service will be held at GUNDERSON STOUGHTON FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 1351 Highway 51 N. at Jackson St., Stoughton, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 22, 2023, with the Rev. Mark Weiss presiding. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery with full military honors. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday.
 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Pacific Garden Mission, The Badger Honor Flight, Agrace HospiceCare, Stoughton Baptist Church, or SCAA. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


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Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Highway 51 N. @ Jackson St.
(608) 873-4590

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Rebekah Phillips
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I am sad to read this but rejoicing that I know you’re in heaven. Praying for your family. -The Phillips family
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Kathy Trebac
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Even though we are thankful the Fish Whisperer is joyously singing in Heaven praising God, we pray God wrap His loving arms around you as you grieve. We’re very sorry about your (our) loss of George here but thankful he is with our Lord.
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Mary Martin
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I’m so sorry to hear of George’s passing. I had the pleasure of meeting both George and Kathy through the Stoughton Historical Society some years back. He was kind, funny and very energetic. He and Kathy were seen all around Stoughton and I remember when they lived in the White House on Main Street. It was fun to be a member of the society and spend time in the museum when it was open. Memories of that, Syttende Mai, Rosemaling, history, etc. He and Kathy were always fun to run into! The Lord has another Angel up in heaven now. Mary Jeanne Martin
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The service from your loved one will never be forgotten from the continued memories by you and your family. Keep them in your heart and always cherish the service they provided for all of us to live comfortably and enjoy our beautiful country. Please accept our sincere condolences on the behalf of the Badger Honor Flight family on the loss of your fallen hero.
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Gail Beckwith
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Kathy and family, I offer my deepest sympathy with the passing of George. I always knew when I spoke with him he would have a joke to tell. My prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
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steve newby
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My name is Steve Newby, and I met Mr. and Mrs. Thode a few years ago when they purchased their blue car from me at the dealership I work at in Sun Prairie. I always enjoyed talking to them when they came in for service, and George always had a positive attitude, a smile, a spiritual message, and a good "I remember when" to pass along. Kathy, I am sorry for your loss, but I know there will always be a great memory to share about your life's journey that will make folks smile. Take care!

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