Ronald "Rollo" Thacker

Mr. Ronald Maurice Thacker, affectionately known as Rollo, passed away on November 5, 2026, at the age of 77 in Louisville, Kentucky. Born on February 9, 1949, in Madison, Indiana, Ron was the cherished son of the late Maurice Thacker and Betty Hay Thacker. A lifelong resident of Madison, he was a proud 1967 graduate of Madison Consolidated High School. Ron dedicated his career to Reliance Electric, starting in 1967, working 41 years on the paint line until the company closed its doors. His early years were spent working at his father's gas station, Phillips 66. Ron married the love of his life, Wanda Firth, on December 22, 1989, in Bedford, Kentucky. A true family man, Ronald found joy in spending time with family and friends, often enjoying Friday nights at Boneyard Grill. His passion for building street rods was evident as he spent countless hours in his beloved garage, fondly known as Rollo's Rod Shop.

Ron is survived by his devoted wife, Wanda Firth Thacker of Madison, Indiana; his children Ronald Thacker, II (Kim) of Madison, Indiana and Christina Vincent (Ronnie) of Jeffersonville, Indiana; his granddaughter Alexus Vincent; his sister Judy Brooks of Madison, Indiana; his brother Bill Thacker (Terry) of Madison, Indiana; his sister and brother-in-law Linda and Gary Shimfessel of Brooksburg, Indiana; his niece, nephews, cousins and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, Maurice Thacker and Betty Hay Thacker; his brothers-in-law Gary Brooks and Richard Turner; several aunts and uncles.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during the visitation on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 6:00 p.m., both held at Morgan & Nay Funeral Centre, 325 Demaree Drive, Madison, Indiana 47250.

Memorials can be made at the link below the obituary to the Ron Thacker Remembrance Fund.

The family encourages all who knew Ron to leave memories and upload photos to his memorial page, celebrating the life and legacy of a beloved husband, friend, and mentor.