of Damascus, AR
October 2, 1943 - January 25, 2020
James Loren Thayer, 76, of Damascus was born on October 2, 1943 to the late Ray and Maude (Fauslaught) Thayer in Kansas City, Missouri and passed away on January 25, 2020 in Clinton, Arkansas.
He is preceded in death by his parents and six siblings.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Maria, of the home, three children; Carlos, Terri, Cindy, seven grandchildren, other relatives and many friends.
James distinguished himself in service to his country during the Vietnam War era and has a book entitled Tango 1-1 scheduled for release in February 2020. He was also a retired Chief of Police in Heber Springs, Arkansas.
Visitation will be from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at the Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, Arkansas. The funeral will follow at 2:00 pm at the funeral home. Interment will be at Blackwell Cemetery in Bee Branch.
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26 Condolence(s)
Lacrissa Houston
Monday, November 21, 2022
Rest in peace Grandpa.
Jennifer Reeves
Thursday, July 14, 2022
I just finished his book. What an incredible story by an exemplary soldier and amazing man. Although I never met Jim, I’m grateful to now know his story and legacy.
Gabriel and Virginia Frohlich
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Rest in peace ... You will always be in our prayers. Our love for Maria and Carlos Luis.
Mike Ball
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Blessed and Honored to know Jim. He will truly be missed by many.
Rest in Peace Brother
Dennis Marble
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
I served with Jim in Vietnam and he was a brave and distinguished soldier earning the Silver Star, Bronze Stars and Purple Heart. He was a rare individual and will be sorely missed by all. My condolences to his family and friends. Rest in Peace my Ranger Brother.
Jim & Rhonda Martens
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
We are so so sorry Maria, please accept our condolences.
Jim you were my Brother in arms and you saved my life. You were a hero and dear friend. Rest in Peace dear friend.
So sorry we couldn't make it to your funeral.
Valentina Gilbert
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
Bye bye Heroe, fly to the sky as the wonderful person you was. Thanks for the honor of your friendship.
My deepest condolences to my friend Maria Angeles, Carlos Luis, and all the family.
Robert Hill
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
RIP Jim, you have done your duty, and done it well. I hope you know how many people cared about and respected you.
Bruce A. Kochy
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
While I didn't know Jim personally I know of him because I served with men just like him! May you Rest in Eternal Peace until we meet on the other side, always on eternal patrol with our brothers!
Ken "Mac" McConkey
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
Deepest sympathy Maria for your loss.
One of the best LRRPs in our unit, Jim was a brave and reliable soldier among many other accomplishments in his life.
Until we meet again, old friend, may you rest in a well earned peace. Mac
LCJohnson
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
Maria; my condolences and sympathy in our loss of a great warrior. Rest in peace Tango 1-1...until we meet again...
Troy
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
RLTW. Keep the mead in Valhalla ready brother.
Wadeus & Maria Self
Monday, January 27, 2020
Jim, I’m gonna miss those late night early morning texts to ask how my world is spinning brother. Rest easy Ranger. Until Valhalla! Long Range. Oh my Maria is gonna miss you as well brother.
Pete Stevens
Monday, January 27, 2020
Rangers Lead The Way! Til Valhalla brother may you Rest In Peace.
John Riotte
Monday, January 27, 2020
Jim,
Thank you for your service to our nation.
Thank you for being my LRRA friend evry year a the LRRA Rally, talking with me, allowing me to listen to your wisdom, your laugh, your guidance, and you to listen to me.
Thanks
Riotte
LRRA
Joe Moehle
Monday, January 27, 2020
Our deepest condolences! Please remember that you are never alone.
Lots of love
The Moehle family
Stephen Daniel
Monday, January 27, 2020
Rest In Peace Big Brother. I will miss our early morning talks.
I will see you again at the final Rally Point.
George Morrison
Monday, January 27, 2020
I am so proud to have known Jim and call him my friend. Jim will be remembered as a good person, husband, and father and a damn good LRRP.
Ron Piper
Monday, January 27, 2020
Jim, it was a pleasure knowing you. I will miss our weekly phone calls and solving of world problems. You will never be forgotten by me nor your Brothers of the LRRA.. RIP my
Friend...
Roy E. Barley
Monday, January 27, 2020
Jim was a terrific individual, a very Brave solider who served with distinguished in a very elite unit in Viet Nam. Jim will be missed by all who knew him and loved him. Such men like Jim do not come along very often. Rest In Peace brave warrior.
Monday, January 27, 2020
Honor and Respect for an American Hero. Jim was a true American Hero and I will forever cherish our friendship. Until we meet again in Valhalla, my friend.
Scott Rathjens
James Nelson
Monday, January 27, 2020
My Condolences to the family .
I admired Jim greatly , he was an American Hero and a benchmark for what we all should strive to be in our lives .
Larry Styer
Monday, January 27, 2020
Served with Jim in Nam, was hoping to see him again in Branson going to miss our conversations.
Dan and Kendra Russell
Monday, January 27, 2020
Thank you for your service Jim. You were a hero to many but to a few you were a brother. My wife and I had the pleasure of meeting you at the rally’. Until Valhalla.
Marshall Huckaby, 1SG(Ret)
Monday, January 27, 2020
One of the best our Country had to offer, good soldier, and great American.
He did what his Country asked of him, expecting nothing in return. He leaves the Country better than he received it.
Rest easy Jim.
Steve Reed
Monday, January 27, 2020
Rest In Peace Ranger! Thank you for your Service! Til Valhalla! RLTW LONG RANGE