MSgt (Ret) Charles H. "Chuck" Thatcher of Hampton, VA, formerly of Pawtucket, RI died suddenly at Sentara Careplex on Jan 25, 2021 at the age of 83.

He was a highly decorated veteran who spent 26 years in the US Air Force as an aircraft mechanic and another 23 years as a civil service employee working for NASA Langley Research Center, spending most of his time working the wind tunnels.

During his time with the Air Force, he proudly served three tours of duty in Viet Nam. He was a member of the Air Force Sergeants Association and the National Rifle Association.

Chuck was married to the love of his life, his "bride" of 64 years, Audrey Donaldson Thatcher. He also leaves behind two sons, Ronald and David of Hampton; his close sister-in-law Arlene Pearson of Warwick, RI; a niece and nephews.

Chuck was a die-hard Dallas Cowboy fan. He also used to love to hunt, travel, and do Country and Western line dancing.

Services will be held at Northside Christian Church with viewing/visitation on Feb. 1, 2021 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, with a funeral service starting at 12:00 PM. The church has limited seating due to Covid-19 protocol, and restrictions are being followed with masks and social distancing required.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, there will be private graveside services at the Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made to Northside Christian Church at 1300 George Washington Highway, Yorktown, VA 23693.

Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home.