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Kathryn Tucker-Thayer Obituary

Kathryn Verline Tucker-Thayer, 58, of Bayfield, CO died August 2, 2018. Born November 20, 1959 in Grand Junction, CO., "Kathy" spent her early years in Western Colorado. At the age of 8, she moved to California with her family, where she attended grade school through high school. Her absolute joy in life were her 14 grandchildren. She always had a smile on her face but never as big as when the grandkids were with her and the center of her attention. She had a passion for motorcycle riding, including, encouraging, and training others, especially female riders. Kathy performed with the Hardley Angels drill team and also was a motorcycle safety instructor. She worked as a merchandise manager at the Durango Harley Davidson, where she met her husband, Daniel Thayer. They were married on March 29, 2014. Kathy was active in the LDS Church, including teaching early morning religious classes before school. Her love of the Lord and compassion for all was an amazing example of living a Christian life and serving others. Her bright light will be missed dearly by all.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Daniel; parents, Dave and Janice Tucker; brothers, Stephen and David Lloyd Tucker; children, Amy Varney, Daniel Moffett, Sam Moffett and Wendy Robinette, as well as numerous extended family and friends. There will be a public viewing on Thursday, August 9, 2018 from 4:00-7:00pm at Hood Mortuary Chapel, 1261 E. 3rd Ave., Durango, CO. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 10, 2018 at 10:00am at the LDS Church, #2 Hilltop Circle, Durango. Interment to follow services at the Pine River Cemetery, 405 C.R. 501, Bayfield, CO.

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Published by The Durango Herald on Aug. 6, 2018.

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Anita

July 31, 2025

Think about you and talk about you often! You are so dearly missed and loved by many!

Joe Taulli

August 11, 2018

This candle, shall always be a reminder of how important the love of family is. Thank you Kathy for making us all feel like family.
Joe and Lisa❤

Johnna Blanchard

August 10, 2018

Wendy, So sorry to hear of your mother's passing - She was such a sweetie. Very inspirational and helped me a lot with my motorcycle needs. Prayers be with your family at this difficult time.

Joe Taulli

August 10, 2018

Our hearts are broken, to hear of Kathys passing.
She played a huge part of our lives, for many years.
No matter what happened in our lives for years, she was always loving , kind ,and always smiling whenever she saw us with hugs and kisses.
We thank her from the bottom of our hearts for being there, for the birth of all three of our children. We couldnt have done it with out her. We are so thankful that she loved us and our children unconditionally. Kathy always made sure we were were family. Grandma Kathy,❤ is how our kids, will forever remember her. Daniel, Wendy, and Sam, your mom was a woderful person, you all will always be a part of our family. If at anytime you need to talk we are always here. Your mother is looking down beeming with so much love for her children and grandchildren that made her happy.. We love you all

Joe and Lisa Taulli ,and Family❤

August 10, 2018

Wendy, So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a sweetie. My heart goes out to you and your family at this time. Johnna Blanchard

Bonnie Alexander

August 10, 2018

I first met Kathy at HD Shop. She fell in love with our little Yorkie Duffy. She told us about her beautiful daughter whom she is so proud of who became our groomer.
What a wonderful person! Her picture to me depicts her heart! What a beautiful person!

August 9, 2018

Daniel,Sam,& Wendy I am so sorry to hear the news of your mother's passing. I know she loved each and everyone one of you as you were her life. As time goes by pass down memories of your mom to your children and keep her memory alive.

Aunt Sherri
In Washington State

Ashley,Chris,Zack,Aiessa,& Hunter

Kim Hicks

August 8, 2018

Oh Sam, Jen! I'm so sorry for your loss! Prayers for peace and comfort. God bless your family.

Christine Tucker-Seese

August 8, 2018

You will be missed. I cherish the memories I have of us together growing up.

Kimberly Bourassa

August 8, 2018

My prayers are with you Wendy and your family.
love always, Kim

Marquita Tucker

August 8, 2018

"Death is a mirror in which the entire meaning of life is reflected."
Your light shines ever so bright on us now. I'm so glad to have had you for a sister-in-law.

August 8, 2018

Bless Kathy's family & friends. She will be missed.

Patrick Alexander

August 7, 2018

She is an inspiration to us all. She will always be a part of my heart. I will miss her dearly and think of her often.

August 7, 2018

What a treasure this dear lady has been. We are grateful for her sweetness and love...and that wonderful smile of hers. Our prayers go to all of her wonderful family. God bless you.

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Donna Kenner

Sent Flowers

August 7, 2018

She will be missed by many! So blessed to have known her. She gained her wings to watch over all those grandbabies

forever in our hearts
Jessie Rhodes

August 7, 2018

Kathy was a jewel. I knew her at Purgatory in the 90's and admired her much.
Go in peace, Kathy.

Jess

Anita Nickels

August 6, 2018

When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain a angel in heaven that watches over us. May you take comfort in knowing that you have an angel to watch over you now! My sincere condolences! Kathy will be in our hearts and memories forever!

Bob & Bernadette Gonzales

August 6, 2018

May her bright smile and fondest memories comfort you in the days to come.

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