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James A. Thomford
July 14, 1928 — June 18, 2014
James A. Thomford, age 85, of Zumbrota, died on Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at the Pine Haven Care Center in Pine Island. He was born on July 14, 1928, in Faribault, to Anard and Laura (nee Quamme) Thomford. James was baptized on August 13, 1928 and was confirmed on June 20, 1943 at Redeemer Lutheran Church. He graduated from Zumbrota High School. On July 11, 1953 he married Arline Yedke at Christ Lutheran Church. They farmed in the Zumbrota and Pine Island area since 1956 until James retired in 1991. Arline died on May 19, 1994. James was a member of Christ Lutheran Church for over 61 years and held various offices. He was active in the community serving on the Zumbrota School Board, Pine Island Elevator Board, Pine Island Township Board, Pine Island Toastmasters, and was a lifetime member of Pheasants Forever in Pine Island. James enjoyed woodworking, playing cards, gardening, and was passionate about land and wildlife conservation. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
James is survived by his sons, Peter (Ellen) Thomford of Sun Prairie, WI, Paul Thomford of Golden, CO, Rev. Joel (Karen) of Chesaning, MI; grandchildren, Erik (Sarah), Sarah, Marcus (Riki), Matthew (Ally), Ryan, Luke, Hans, Orie Thomford; great-grandchildren, Andrew, Ryan, Reggi, Louis; brothers, William Thomford of Prescott, WI, Bucky (Rochelle) Thomford of Zumbrota; nieces and nephews.
James was preceded in death by his wife, Arline; and brother, Don Thomford.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at Christ Lutheran Church in Zumbrota with Pastor Wayne Schoch officiating. Burial will be in the Zumbrota Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2014 at Mahn Family Funeral Home - Larson Chapel in Zumbrota and for one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials are preferred to Christ Lutheran Church. www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com
1475 Jefferson Drive
Zumbrota, MN 55992
223 East Fifth Street
Zumbrota, MN
223 East Fifth Street
Zumbrota, MN
James is survived by his sons, Peter (Ellen) Thomford of Sun Prairie, WI, Paul Thomford of Golden, CO, Rev. Joel (Karen) of Chesaning, MI; grandchildren, Erik (Sarah), Sarah, Marcus (Riki), Matthew (Ally), Ryan, Luke, Hans, Orie Thomford; great-grandchildren, Andrew, Ryan, Reggi, Louis; brothers, William Thomford of Prescott, WI, Bucky (Rochelle) Thomford of Zumbrota; nieces and nephews.
James was preceded in death by his wife, Arline; and brother, Don Thomford.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at Christ Lutheran Church in Zumbrota with Pastor Wayne Schoch officiating. Burial will be in the Zumbrota Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2014 at Mahn Family Funeral Home - Larson Chapel in Zumbrota and for one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials are preferred to Christ Lutheran Church. www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com
Visitation
JUN 23. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CDT)
Mahn Family Funeral Home, Larson Chapel1475 Jefferson Drive
Zumbrota, MN 55992
Visitation
JUN 24. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CDT)
Christ Lutheran Church223 East Fifth Street
Zumbrota, MN
Service
JUN 24. 11:00 AM (CDT)
Christ Lutheran Church223 East Fifth Street
Zumbrota, MN
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