Frieda Ann Thacker, 86, of Richmond, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023, at NorthCare Hospice House in Kansas City.

Frieda was born on November 19, 1936, in Rayville, the daughter of Fred Francis and Grace Mae (Stapleton) McKinney.  She was united in marriage to J.W. Thacker of Richmond on December 27, 1956; they later divorced.

Survivors include four children, Chuck (Lisa) Thacker of Overland Park, KS, Jayanna Harrison of Richmond, Jim Thacker (Marti Flynn) of Wellington, and Jaynice Williams of Richmond; six grandchildren: Jordan Thacker, Brian Harrison, Aaron Harrison, Johnathan Thacker, Joshua Thacker and Madalynn Prom; six great-grandchildren: Annabel Harrison, Oliver Harrison, Brianna Thacker, Bailey Thacker, Teagan Thacker and John Thacker; sister, Margaret French of Rayville and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son, John Wesley Thacker, Jr., four brothers: Fred, Francis, Lawrence, and David McKinney; and sister, Dorothy Cutting.

Frieda was reared and educated in the area of her birth.  She attended elementary school in Rayville, then graduating from Richmond High School in the class of 1954.  Frieda's work history included working at Walmart for 20 plus years, selling Avon, ironed for people, babysitting, worked for Dr. Mason and Dr. Harrison as a chiropractic assistant, and also worked for 27 years as a Deputy Assessor for Ray County.  Frieda was known as a selfless person with a big heart.  She was always first to volunteer and help others.  She volunteered for the American Red Cross, Shirkey's Nursing Home, American Cancer Society, at church functions, and always for her children's events at school.  Her love and kindness for others was extended profoundly to those around her.  If someone passed away in her neighborhood, she was always there to show compassion and help the family with whatever was needed.  She enjoyed sending cards to people, watching the Chiefs, Royals, and softball games, reading, and puzzles.  She loved attending her class reunions in Rayville and Richmond.  Spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren was her greatest joy.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Richmond School Backpack Program.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

Visitation with funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 10:00 A.M., with services to follow at 11:00 A.M.  Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery, Richmond.  Please remember to share your memories of Frieda with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.