Anthony Wade Thacker, 48, of Palmyra, died Thursday, March 29, 2007, at a local hospital.

Born September 18, 1958, in Charlottesville, he was the son of James and Barbara Thacker of Scottsville.

Anthony was an engineer with Cableform for over 20 years. He was a graduate of Albemarle High School, served in the United States Marines, a member of Lake Monticello Bass Club, and a member of New Bethel United Methodist Church. Anthony was an outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Sarah D. Thacker of Palmyra; a daughter, Amy Horne and her husband, Timothy, of Ruckersville; a son, Eric Thacker of Lake Monticello; two grandchildren, Kayli Horne and Camren Horne; and a brother, James C. Thacker, Jr. of Lake Monticello.

A graveside funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, April 2, 2007, at Monticello Memory Gardens with the Reverend Emerson Shelton officiating.

The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Sunday, April 1, 2007, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home.

The family suggests that any desired memorial contributions be made to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 1131, Fairfax, VA 22038-1131.

Friends may sign the guest book at www.hillandwood.com.

Published in the Daily Progress from March 31 to April 1, 2007.

Obituary submitted by Sam Clarke.