Jeffrey Dean Thrasher
November 24, 1966 - September 23, 2023
Jeffrey Dean Thrasher, of Denver, Colorado passed away September 23, 2023. Jeffrey was born on November 24, 1966 in Burbank, California to Pierce and Gerry Thrasher. He graduated from John Burroughs High School in 1984. The day after graduation he joined the United States Marine Corps and went on to serve his country for the next several years. He learned a lot of useful skills to include becoming a certified diesel mechanic which proved to become a lucrative part of his career. Jeff returned to Burbank, and later moved to Colorado to make it his new home for the past twenty-five years.
Jeff spent most of his career either driving or working on diesel trucks. Jeff obtained a CDL and for many years worked as a long and short haul driver. He also became HazMat certified and continued on his career path working as a diesel mechanic. Jeff was known for his hard work ethic, sense of humor, and perseverance. He was an avid sports fan to include coaching and playing softball and spent many years involved in the TSRA. He also enjoyed playing golf, reading, going to movies and spending time with friends, especially conversing over breakfast. He loved visiting his mother in Vegas, taking in the sites and spending time with family enjoying a Holiday meal. He was kind and helpful towards others and had a larger than life personality; hence, that’s how he acquired the nickname “Big Red”.
Jeffrey is proceeded in death by his father Pierce Thrasher and his brother Rick Osborne. He is survived by his mother Gerry Thrasher of Las Vegas, Nevada and brothers Mike Osborne of Arvada, Colorado, Don Osborne of Tum Tum, Washington and sisters Terri Feola of Simi Valley, California, Cami Osborne of Sun City, Arizona, Donna Osborne of Las Vegas, Nevada, seven nieces and nephews and long-time friend Kelley O’Donnell.
Please feel free to leave comments or a special memory at this time. We look forward to seeing everyone on November 18th (Details below).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Maxfund Wellness Center, in memory of Jeff.
Maxfund Wellness Center
Celebration of Jeff’s Life
Saturday, November 18th, 2023
2:00pm ~ 6:00pm
Alano Club in the Chase Plaza
5455 W. 38th Ave.
Denver, CO 80212