Paul T. Thagard of East Mesa passed away peacefully on July 18, 2016 at the age of 73. Paul is survived by his wife of 54 years, Leonarda, two children, Noverta and Carlos, brother Michael E. (Diane) Thagard, seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Paul was preceded in death by his daughter Raquel. Paul was born in Harrisonburg, Virginia to Willie Kent and Edna Lee (Ettel) Thagard. He served in the Air Force for 25 years, during which time he earned multiple college degrees. Paul retired from Honeywell in 2003. Calling hours will be held Thursday, July 21st, from 5-7pm at Mt. View Funeral Home, 7900 E Main St, Mesa. Funeral services will be Friday, July 22nd, at 11am at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1244 S. Power Road in Mesa.
I am saddened to learn of Paul Thurman’s death. My deepest sympathy and prayers for you in this time of mourning.
Jerry Thagard, first cousin
I have a heavy heart on Paul Thurman going home to heaven so early. He had a kind heart and did anything for anyone when we were growing up. He went to serve his country when I was only 11 years old so I missed out on a lot of things brothers do. Rest in peace Paul Thurman, you were a good man, good American, awesome family man and brother.Love Michael (MIKEY “T”)
My loving caring amazing one nd only (GRANDADDY)♥♡my heart breaks, im truly lost of words, never did I think youd go so soon, its something hard to accept but wake up each day and think of how much I miss you …I want to call and hear you answer the phone, I want to see you when I would walk in and you would be sitting at the table,or when you and nana woud come over to see us, nomatter to stop by, see us on holidays, I want to feel your warm hugs and kisses…see you smile and hear you laugh,most just your tone of voice saying you love me back, , your all I ever known as a grandpa and dad in one,, your forever my Grandaddy..I cherish our memories, I hold them closely, I will tell my kids of you to keep your spirit alive, im happy they met you ,,, tell ma I love and miss her too, you guys im sure will stick close, you and your little girl, stay close by to me and my family, I love you grandaddy never will I stop, rest in paradise <3 nesser