Buddy was born in Perham, Minnesota and lived in Newman for many years.

He graduated from Orestimba High School in 1958. He participated in track and he worked for Stewart and Jasper while still in high school. Later he worked at C & H Sugar, Simon Newman and then creamery work on the Westside for many years until his retirement.

Buddy is survived by his son, Marvin Thon Jr (Sherry) and daughter Susan Thon; grandchildren, Jacqueline (Kyle) Miller, Quade Archibeque, Lisa Watson, Josh (Adelisha) McCalip, Melissa (James )Ratto; great grandchildren, Keira, Brody, Zoe, Tenara (Hunter) Talley, Reese, Ryah, Lincoln, Madison, Avery, Kassidy and 1 great -great grandson Hudson Talley; siblings, Madonna Searcy, Michael (Gerry) Thon, Myron “Butch” Thon, Marilyn(Ralph) Rocha, Max (Mary) Thon and many nieces and nephews.

Buddy was preceded in death by his parents Maurice and Margaret Thon and his wife Jewel of 60 years of marriage.

He enjoyed fishing with his dad and brothers, watching sports and playing cards. He loved his family, friends, neighbors
church family at the Orestimba Presbyterian Church and everyone he met. He always had a smile for everyone. Buddy will be missed by everyone who knew him.

In leu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. No services will be held. Thank you everyone.

Services conducted by Hillview Funeral Chapel, Newman.