Dear Jeff,
I just wanted to personally thank you for everything you did for us. Jeff it was really a pleasure getting to know you. Mike you have always been a great help and comfort to our family in the past. Thank you to all of the other familiar faces that were also there to help.
I know you show the same compassion and patience to all of the families that go through this difficult time, but you really did make ours seem special. You all have a wonderful gift.
Thanks Again So Much,
The Maxine Thompson Family



Dear Mike,
All services were super – the whole family felt this way. Thank you so very much. Bill was a super guy.
Dotty Fryback



Jeff,
Thank you so much for your kindness & help I could not have asked for anything better. I would not have been able to have done it without yours & Howard’s gift of help. Thanks again & God Bless you.
Arleen Hill




Mike,
You and your staff did an outstanding job. You will most likely get more business from our family.
Blessings
Barry McCune




Jeff,
I am sure if Aunt Lucile could have seen it she would have been very happy and I was very glad your willingness to turn off all candles. The Millingtons have always been satisfied with the way things were done here. The video was great and so were the pictures thanks to Jeff & Kathy.
Sarah K. & James R. Legg Family,
Fender & Millington



Jeff,
Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. I am very thankful not only for the picture of my dad, but also for the wonderful job that you did in helping arrange his funeral. You made the whole process simple and worry free for my family and I. Words cannot express the comfort that you gave to my family during such a sad time. Thank you so much for your kindness and service!
Kristen Glenn



Dear Mike, Jeff and Kathy,
Thank you for having the Holiday Remembrance Program for us. It helps so much to get together with family and friends. We enjoyed the program and the Tree of Life ornament is lovely.
You have done everything possible to make this difficult time bearable.
Sincerely,
Rosemary Richey & Family



Mike,
I really could not have wished for a better service. You are a true professional! I will always keep you in mind for any future needs. The “gas leak” scare was a near disaster that was also handled very professionally.
Thanks for everything,
Ted Sills



Dear Jeff, Mike & Staff,
On behalf of all our family thank you for all your special care, direction, leadership and professionalism before, during and after John’s funeral.
Your special touches with the Tribute Video, John’s memorial cabinet and John’s Hockey equipment were all presented with “class”. We had many comments and praises from our family and friends on how wonderful everything was planned.
We couldn’t have done this without you. We sincerely thank you.
Glenn, Rhonda & Family




Dear Mike,
For all the kindness, effort, patience & service you and all the individuals involved at Thoma/Rich, Chaney & Lemler – Thank You.
Your inviting me to assist in closing the casket and draping the Pall is greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Sally Krinn & Family



Dear Mike,
Our family wants to thank you for the many services you provided for mother’s passing. My dad, Fred Graden, was a friend of Bill Thoma and of his dad Herman Thoma. So we have a long tradition of using Thoma/Rich, Chaney & Lemler and always have been satisfied. We were impressed by the many details that you covered.
Mother always took good care of her fingernails & one of the things I noticed first was how lovely you had made them look.
Your promptness to our every concern was much appreciated. You and your staff surely made a difficult time easier for us.
Sincerely,
Jean Marshall & Family



Jeff,
You are the BEST!! Would not have changed anything.
Joe & Doreen



To the entire staff of Thoma/Rich, Chaney & Lemler,
Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality during such an awful time. You helped make the horrible passing of my cousin John Ryan a little easier to deal with. My son Zakari and I were very impressed with your thoughtfulness.
You will be in my prayers,
Shanda Lee



Thoma/Rich, Chaney & Lemler,
Thank you for your support of the Creative Arts Council of Wells County. Your starring role membership of $250 helps to assure that our artistic and cultural work in the community will continue.
Sincerely,
Lynn Elliott, CAC Board of Directors



Jeff,
You did an outstanding job. You didn’t leave a stone unturned. (You were very helpful) You were very caring and supportive. You went the extra mile.
God Bless You,
Barbara Irwin



Jeff,
You did an excellent job. You made things easier and took care of so much. You are a very special person.
Becky Stone



Thoma/Rich,
Jeff Lemler’s experience and talents were show cased in our mom’s passing. He treated us like family and gave us outstanding family service.
Cherry Grimm



Jeff,
I would like to thank you so very much for everything.
Peggy Williams




Dear Mike, Kathy & Jeff,
Thank you so much for the pictures you gave us of Sterling. I was able to give them to our son, Brian & Gae. They really appreciated them. Kristin said she looks at the picture it’s like Sterling is watching over us.
The Lord has been good to us in that we know that Sterling is in Heaven and we will see him someday. That is what keeps us going.
Thank you for all the help and support you have given our family!
In Christian Love,
Kelly Lewis



Jeff and Staff,
Thank you hardly covers it but it will have to do. You made things so comforting and put us at ease during all of the preparations, the visitation and funeral of Larry. Many folks commented to us about how nice the atmosphere of your establishment is. Having Larry’s cycle inside and the way you had all of the pictures, photo boards and other accessories arranged made things very calm and serene for us. You just helped us through a very sad and trying time and we will be forever grateful.
Sincerely,
Suzanne Markley



Thoma, Rich, Chaney & Lemler,
Thank you for the framed certificate honoring Forrest, also for the floral gift. I appreciate your many thoughts & kindness.
Sincerely,
Anna Belle McCartney



Dear Jeff,
Thank you for coming to school for the interview. I really appreciated you taking time out of your day to come and talk with us. I would highly recommend your funeral home to anyone who asks. The loss of Grandma would have been a lot harder to deal with if you would not have been so compassionate. Your experience and kindness made me feel comfortable in asking you to come to our school for the interview. Thanks again for sharing with us your life as a funeral director.
Amanda Grimm



Jeff, Mike & Staff,
Just a sincere note to say Thank You for everything you all did to make 2 sad days a little brighter. Your establishment had any and everything we needed. The comfort, care, compassion and concern shown by everyone spoke louder than words.
Thanks again,
Jennifer Krinn



Jeff,
Thank you for everything that you did for us. The service was beautiful. You made everything special for Jack & the family.
Pam Bowen & Ruby Flowers



Everything was taken care of beyond expectations. We didn't have to worry about anything.
Thanks for everything!!
Steve Edris
Huntington, Indiana



Dear Mike,
No words can adequately express our thanks for all that you did for us, Mike, So we will just say,
"Thank you."
Peggy Bowman
The Rick Bowman Family
Bluffton, Indiana



Dear Mike and Jeff,
We as members of the Color Guard want to thank you for the financial suppport that you provide for us thoughout the year. Thank you for contributing to our projects and when we have need for uniforms, etc. We appreciatie it very much.
Jim Dubach
Sgt. at Arms
American Legion Post #111



Mike & Jeff were superior! They were very caring & supportive. Jeff took care of items Social Security & Veterans we didn’t realize. He made things so easy to deal with. This is a top notch place. I will not ever forget how hard Jeff worked with us. He is a special Angel.
Debbie Heckman




Jeff,
We could not have been treated better anywhere. Our wants and needs were treated with the utmost of respect, caring and dignity! A painful event made easier with your quality of care Thank you.
God Bless,
Susie& Dave Adams



Jeff,
It appeared to me you and your staff went beyond what I would really expect from a funeral director.
I felt your compassion and concern was truly from the heart. Words never seem adequate but you are appreciated for helping make Dads’ service, indeed, a memorable one. The extras were comforting.
As mentioned in a previous note, I felt your attention and compassion far exceeded those expected from one of your calling. Thank you again.
Sincerely Grateful,
Sharon Bouchez “One of Pappy’s Kids”



We knew our loved one could not get well and the loss would bring sadness to our lives whether she was our mom, mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma, sister or aunt, but who made this next step easier…the entire Thoma-Rich Chaney & Lemler Funeral Home staff. This note can never even begin to express our appreciation.

To you Jeff: Your dedication, professionalism and compassion from the time of death to the committal service were by far more than any family could have expected. You made Lucy look like the person we knew and wanted to remember not the person we watched deteriorate over the past months.

To you Mike: Your dedication and professionalism to your chosen profession excels when it comes to serving a family at their time of loss. You can be proud of your staff, facility and services provided.

To you Jeff H: Your years of experience and friendliness are always appreciated at a time of loss of a loved one.

To you Joe: Your pleasant personality says a lot about you in the many ways you assist with visitation and services.

To you Kathy: Your calm demeanor is a great asset in the position you serve in with the public and in making sure everything is ready when visitation begins.

To you Brian S: Your confirming that a permanent foundation will be poured and suggesting a space be left between the headstones for a flower urn so that all of the Fair family lots were matching showed us that you are observant to details in making sure the family is informed and pleased.

To you Rick and Andy: You both are to be commended for the maintenance of the cemeteries. They are always well manicured and the appearance of the burial sites leaves a very good lasting impression when they have been leveled and seeded in a timely manner.
The Fair Family



Jeff,
Thank you for everything. The moment you walked through mom’s door I felt a calming peace. My weeks of caring for mom & sitting by her bed each night had ended and I put my complete trust in you to help me & my family through the upcoming worst days of our lives.]
Your kindness, patience & understanding is immeasurable & will never be forgotten. The memory tables were beautiful & the picture boards allowed us to share so many of our precious memories.
Mom had been very sick for many weeks & declined rapidly in the last several days, so I was overjoyed to see how beautiful she was.
Saying good bye to my precious mom was truly unbearable & I want to thank you for giving me the extra time I needed.
Thank you for keeping us together as a family as long as possible. The final walk outside with her was very special to us all. The video was perfect and the picture beautiful. Thank you for copying a picture of mom & Chelsea’s’ children - Zoey is only 5months old & that was the only picture of mom with them. Chelsea wanted mom to take a copy with her.
God Bless You!
Judy Brown
Greensburg, Indiana




Dear Mike,
Thank you for extending our family your personal touch. I am still overwhelmed by your use of the quilt. What love and dignity.
Karen Jaskie Dunlap



Dear Jeff,
I want to express my appreciation for everything you did for our family last week. Everything was done exactly as Mother wanted, and with such compassion and kindness. That was very comforting to her loved ones.
Mother made a wise decision when she planned her funeral with you. Thanks again.
Gratefully
Marge Hasler Reinke



Mike,

My family and I would like to thank you for all your help during this stressful time. The care you showed toward Lucky was very heartfelt and your help at his service was very welcoming.
Helen Jaskie
Bluffton, Indiana


Jeff,
Thank you to all your staff and yourself for all the compassion and kindness around this time you have shown to our family!
Sincerely,
Donna Mygrant




Mike and Jeff,
We are absolutely overwhelmed by the service you gave us and the quality and dignity of everything. Our entire family will be walking advertisements for Thoma/Rich, Chaney & Lemler.
Doris Inskeep and family



Dear Mike,
Just about the time I thought of a question or concern, you were there with an answer or a conclusion. It was a pleasure working with you. You became a friend at a very troubled time. I could not ask for more. Thank you!
Patricia Cousins



Thank you to everyone for helping us in everyway to make our final hours with our mother so very special. We would not have changed a thing. I know she was looking down with a huge smile saying, "well done!"
Julie Holte



Dear Jeff,
Our experience from beginning with Mike and Kathy could not have been better! You were all wonderful. Jeff, my mother could not have looked any more beautiful! She was simply lovely. You are very skilled in what you do!
Mike and Kathy like you Jeff gave their all and we appreciate all you did so very much!!
We will highly recommend your funeral home with complete confidence.
Sincerely,
Susie Adams



Every detail was addressed. Jeff made all our decisions easy to make. We liked the professional yet personal arrangement we made for mother’s funeral.
Thank you,
Connie Wolfcale Bade



Jeff,
Your were all so wonderful and we thank you so much for all you did for our family during the time we spent at the funeral home and at the cemetery. Thank you so much. Blessings to all of you.
The Family of Helen Prible



Jeff & Staff,
I’d like to express our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all of your for the excellent care you offered our family during the sudden loss of our mom, Clara Harter. It meant so much to have your expertise to help us through such a difficult time.

Mom looked so beautiful and I know she has found the peace of eternal life with God and can join her family and friends who went before her.

You have given us the space to begin the healing process with more ease. May these blessings return to you many times over in all areas of your life. Your thoughtfulness and compassion is much appreciated.

Jannie Wallace and the Family of Clara Harter.



Dear Jeff, Mike and Cathy,
We just wanted to tell you again what great service we received during my moms planning and at the funeral. We keep hearing from all who attended how wonderful my mom looked. More than that you were all so kind and respectful. You are by far the most professional we have ever encountered. Thank you so much. God bless.
Susie Adams
Fort Wayne, Indiana



On behalf of the Henry Elston family, we wish to thank your for the exemplary support, high ideals, and professionalism of our father's farewell. Every detail from the original family meeting with Jeff Lemler to the visitation, the service, and finally, the grave site ceremony were carefully crafted (or orchestrated) to meet the needs of the family. Throughout the entire procedure many acts of kindness, thoughtfulness and care were exhibited on the part of Jeff and colleagues. The tribute video as well as the framed photo and other wonderful deeds will be cherished keepsakes.

We highly recommend and commend to other families the individualization, quality, and professional services of your funeral home. Thank you for truly making a difference in the lives of the Bluffton community.

We will never forget and always treasure the memories of our father's farewell. Your compassion, comfort and thoughtfulness was greatly appreciated.
God bless you.

Sincerely,

Joyce and Marshall Dantzler
Chantilly, Virginia

Janet and Richard Sheffer
Valparaiso, Indiana




Thank you to everyone who helped with arranging the viewing and funeral service. It was so nice. Jay would have been proud that he chose you.

Thanks again,

Emma Jean Fox
Markle, Indiana



Mike Chaney and the staff were more than caring and helpful. They were respectful of our needs and responsive to last minute requests at the gravesite. My father was very comforted by the whole process and we thank you for that.

Laurie Russell
The Lorene Garrett Family



Everyone was very caring and professional. We felt everything was handled perfectly and we couldn't have been cared for any better during such a difficult time. We feel Mike went above and beyond to meet our needs and expectations. Thank you Joe, Jeff L., Bill, Jeff H., and especially Mike for taking such good care of our dad.

The daughters of Mike Black
Angie, Tonya & Wendy



Dear Thoma Funeral Home,

I want to thank you for the beautiful flower and the wonderful framed Presidential Memorial Certificate you gave me in memory of George. This was a nice surprise and truly appreciated.
Thank you again.

Very Sincerely,

Nancy Dunwiddie



Dear Mike,

A note of great appreciation for everything you have done for our family concerning Mother's passing. Your thoughtfulness and compassion was gratefully appreciated by our family during this trying time.
Thank you again.
Sincerely,

Sandy & Jim Mossburg
Markle, Indiana



Dear Mike Chaney and Jeff Lemler,

Thank you for everything that was done in our families’ time of sorrow. There are no amount of words that can be said to express all that you have helped the family overcome.

Sincerely,

Beulah Tanner and Freddy Blocker
Bluffton, Indiana



Mike, Jeff
Thank you for the beautiful portrait! May God bless you and yours for your kindness shown to me.

With Christian Prayers & Blessings,
Father Dale
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Bluffton, Indiana



It was such a pleasure working with Mike Chaney. He was so kind, compassionate, and very calming. I appreciated him so much.

Vernie Campbell
Loveland, Colorado



Excellent services! We were very pleased with everything.
Thank you.

Grace Herman & Family
Petroleum, Indiana



I'm very well pleased with everything. Jeff Lemler took very good care of us.
Thanks.

Betty Deam
The Roger Deam Family



You did an excellent job! We were very well pleased. You are all very kind and loving people.

Nina Johnson
Markle, Indiana



For both dad and mom, you provided excellent service. Everyone and everything could not have been better. All of you are the BEST !
The family of James & Mary Jane Harris
(Rich, Terry, Lois Jean & Keith)



Our entire family was pleased with the care we received. I was particularly pleased with the way Ron looked. He looked like Ron; not like a cancer patient.
Thank you again,

Janet Langley
Bluffton, Indiana



George's funeral was lovely and everyone was so kind and comforting. You helped us so much by taking care of all the arrangements and paperwork. We were very, very pleased.
Thank you again.

Nancy Dunwiddie
Bluffton, Indiana



Mike was very kind, considerate, and helpful at our greatest time of grief. He was there for my family and myself. His kindness is greatly appreciated and will not be forgotten.

Judy Chenard
Bluffton, Indiana


Jeff,

Everything was just as I expected – EXCELLENT and kept in the Thoma tradition. I can think of nothing that could have been improved!
Thank you,

Barb Overdeer
Columbia City, Indiana


Mike,

Could not believe the total transformation you accomplished with Mother. You are most certainly in the right profession with your genuine compassion, and caring ways. Can't say enough about how perfectly everything was handled. Please express our thanks to your associates.

Thank you sincerely,
Liz, Mary Lou, and Joy
Marguerite Stahl Family



Jeff did and outstanding service for our family from a 4 a.m. wake up call to the final burial. He was professional and very sensitive and caring to our needs. We could have not been more satisfied!
Thank you,
John & Anne Meo



Mike,

Thank you for all you did and your care of our family. Our whole family was very comfortable with all aspects concerning both William and Eunice Haifley's funerals.

Thank you,
Heather Meisch
Ossian, Indiana



Dear Mike,

I can't begin to express my (and the Geist family's) gratitude for the beautiful, dignified way you treated our precious mom ~ and us. It was such a "joyous" celebration of Mom's life! The "festive" way the tables were decorated was extraordinaire! The taping of the service was very unexpected, but I am so thrilled to have it ~ you never cease to amaze me! Mom's portrait is beyond words ~ thank you, thank you, thank you!

I will recommend your services to anyone, any time ~ you're the best!

Sincerely,

Sandy Funk



I was very pleased with the compassion Jeff showed us. We can’t thank him enough. He is in our prayers!
The family of Monroe Green


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Dear Mike,

I have received and viewed the video. Kudos!

My nephew, who was unable to attend Mom's service, etc., called me tonight. He asked that I convey his thanks for your wonderful website. He truly appreciated the video online and was touched by all the details and efforts you, Jeff and others put into making this a special opportunity for anyone who was unable to be there.

I will never forget your kindnesses. Yes, it is your "job" and you get paid to perform these services, but it is clearly apparent that you take pride in what you do. Thank you!

Enjoy the beauty of this season. I was so afraid that the trees would not turn their glorious colors due to a lack of rain, but God has, as always, not failed us!

God bless you and your associates ~

Sandy Funk
The Edna Geist Family


Jeff was a God send to me. An EXCEPTIONAL support person. He went way beyond the call of duty. Something I dreaded doing became a very favorable experience.

Thank you,
Brenda Ault
Midland, Michigan



Dearest Mike & Staff,

Thank you for making Mom's service beautiful and consoling. You were there for us (and Mom) 150%. You are blessed people.

Gary and Barb Dickson



Our family was extremely grateful for the care and compassion Jeff showed us. He did a fantastic job. Even the little things, water bottles given to us before the service & Kleenex on the chairs at the graveside. We are deeply appreciated.
The Family of George Green



To Mike, Jeff, and Quinn,

How very thoughtful of you all to send the beautiful bookmark as we near "Father's Day". I have been watching the day draw near with much apprehension. The bookmark is a beautiful tribute to fathers everywhere and such a thoughtful gesture. I read books a lot and will enjoy it very much. Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated. Thank you so very much.

debi

Mike,
Thank you so much for everything you did for our family. I really felt like you went above and beyond your call of duty. We really appreciated all the extra things you did.......the memory portrait and flag box were wonderful keepsakes. We will recommend you to all.
Thanks again!

Andrea Gehrett
daughter of Ron Kiefer

Dear Mike and all:
Everything went like clockwork and you all are to thank. What a good team you all are. Everything was comfortable and homey. Mother would have approved.

Love,
Kay Harnish
Bluffton, Indiana

Mike,
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you again for all of your help and support with my father's service, etc......You helped to make a very difficult time much easier to deal with. And it is a comfort to know there are such caring people in town to be there for my mom. Your thoughts, prayers, and kindness were very much appreciated.

Laurel Sutton
Miller Place, New York

Dear Mike,
The framed Presidential Memorial Certificate honoring Ken is beautiful! I will display it with pride. This was a thoughtful gesture. Thank you.

Beth Lampton
Bluffton, Indiana

Mike,
I appreciate your concern for us while we are going through the process of grieving. The pamphlets that you send explain so well what our feelings are. You and your staff have been very helpful to me. Thank you so very much!

Marilyn Meade
Bluffton, Indiana

I was so very impressed with the kindness of the staff. I could not have chosen a better place.
Thanks and God Bless.
Rita Kiefer
Bluffton, Indiana

Just wanted to thank you for all your support and the compassion and hospitality we received during Nancy Heyne's funeral. With most of the family being out of town, the overall visitation was beautiful and you are to be commended from us on your total commitment and understanding during this difficult time. Thanks again!!

Debbie Heyne

Everything was better than we expected. Jeff was so great and helpful. I wouldn’t have one single negative comment.

Thank you,

Don Athan
Bluffton, Indiana



Jeff & Staff,
Mere words are inadequate to express our gratitude for the service you provided us upon the death of our mom. From the time she was picked up at Christian Care and continuing through dinner at the church, your attention to every minute detail was exceptional. The difference between the way she looked when she passed away and the way she looked in her casket was nothing short of a miraculous. You are truly a blessing to the families you serve. Form the bottom of our hearts, we sincerely thank you.

The family of Betty Nicholoson.


There is no comparison between Thoma/Rich, Chaney & Lemler Funeral Home and other funeral homes I have visited. There are not enough words to describe the praise you deserve.



Jeff,
You did a very good job helping, understanding and meeting all our family needs. It was very much appreciated so much more than words can say. Jeff’s a great young man – God Bless Him for everything.

Roger D. Terrell & Family
Bluffton, Indiana



I was incredibly impressed as a pastor. I’ve worked with many funeral homes. Yours by far, offered the most homey touches and personal connectiveness. Thank you for walking this journey by our side.

Rev. Yvonne Riege
Wakarusa, Indiana


There aren’t enough words to express how wonderful you were during this sad time in our lives. And there is not enough space for me to write about how great you all are. You went above and beyond everything for us.

God Bless You!

Linda L. Russ



Jeff,

We had people ask if we were personally friends with the funeral home personnel. I was very impresses how every detail was taken care of.

Thank you,

Janet Garwick
Uniondale, Indiana



Jeff went above and beyond his duties to ensure that our family was comfortable and well taken care of.

Thank you,
Lori Farmer
Keystone, Indiana



Jeff,
You and your staff could not have been nicer. It was a pleasure to work with such a nice bunch of guys.

Bill Jesse
Ossian, Indiana



Jeff,
I wanted to thank you again for the services you provided our family at such a difficult time in our lives. I especially appreciate how comforting you were to us. Your job has to be draining at times! We were so thankful for how accommodating you were for us with timing for each meeting we had and also for the later burial service. Thank you for the beautiful picture your gave us as well! We will certainly recommend you to our friends and family should they need your service.
May God Bless You!
Nick & Jessica Fiechter



Dear Jeff, Mike & Quinn,

I don’t know where to begin to thank you all so much. Mom looked so beautiful and she would have been so pleased with the service. I still can’t believe how you went the extra mile with little things as the water and mints. I feel better knowing she is at peace now and with Dad. The picture is so nice and I will keep it for my granddaughter. I also want you all to know I will always be grateful to you for taking such good care of mom and our family. To me, there is NO COMPARISON to any other funeral home.

May God Bless You All,

Al & Debbie Massey



Jeff,

I can never explain how grateful I am to your funeral home. After losing two parents so close together, the care you gave my family was so wonderful. Jeff was consoling and very compassionate!!!

The Family of Barbara Davison



Thank you so much for your help during this time. Everything went very smoothly. The memorial folders was excellent.

Linda Hanlin & Family
Pennville, Indiana



Jeff & Staff,

We were all treated with love and respect. All I can say is it was beautiful.

The family of Lucy Allen



Dear Mike,
I cannot express to you enough my appreciation of and gratitude toward the excellent care and attention that you gave to my parents, Beth and Ken Lampton. The time you spent before and after the passing of my father with details, choices, and guidance is unmeasureable. You brought a calmness to our family. I thank you for the dignity given to my father, the compassion shown to my mother and the guidance you gave our family. You are a wonderful and compassionate man. We are better people for having had the opportunity to experience your expertise.

Sincerely,

Marybeth Long
Holt, Michigan



The DeBolt family would like to express our gratitude for the expert, loving and tender care you provided to us on the loss of our beloved "Frosty". We know we asked a lot and you gave wholeheartedly. You are all most definitely "God Chosen" in your chosen profession.
We sincerely thank you.

The DeBolt Family:
Freida, Pennie, Debi, Craig, Stacy, Lesley, Malorie, Ryan, Emma, Olivia, Lil' Forrest,
Brea, Brennan, Bryan, and Geoff.



Mike,

Everything you did for us was perfect. I appreciate all your help so much. You have been with our family a long time and will be in the future. Thank you so much.

Freida DeBolt
Bluffton, Indiana



Sorry we are so late, but want to thank you so much for the good job on the funeral of our uncle John Prible. The cemetery service was just wonderful also.

His Nieces and Nephews



Michael, Ronald & I were very pleased by your services, your staff, and your facilities. 100% of the out of town guests gave nice compliments to all of you.

The George Swinford Family
Bluffton, Indiana



Dear Mike,

Thank you so much for your help and compassion with Ken's funeral. I could never have managed all of this without your help. Each church, minister and tradition have different policies. You managed to work well with ours perfectly. Your quiet presence was comforting! I'm so glad you were able to meet and visit with the family later.

Thank you for caring.

Beth Lampton
Bluffton, Indiana



Everyone there was so helpful and accommodating. Thank you all so much!

DiAnn Willits
Bluffton, Indiana



Dear Mike:

Thank you very much for your guidance in preparing for our mother's funeral. I cannot tell you how much we appreciate your consideration while working with our family during this difficult time.

Very truly yours,

John D. Ulmer
Goshen, Indiana



I am 100% satisfied with all you did in assisting me with plans in my step dad's funeral.
Thank you so much!

Linda Aker
Bluffton, Indiana



Dear Mike & Associates,

Just wanted to say thank you for the wonderful service we were so graciously given. You helped us feel comfortable during a painful situation with your kindness and we deeply appreciate it.

Sincerely,

Vicki & Steve
Doug & Joy



Dear Mike,

Thank you for all of your help to make things go as smooth as possible during this difficult time. On behalf of my family and me, it was greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Laura Neuenschwander
Ossian, Indiana



Mike,

Thank you so much for all that you did for us the past few days. You handled things very well and we do appreciate it.

Dave Prible
Bluffton, Indiana



Dear Mike,

Our family has been blessed by the gifts you have given us. Thank you so much.

The Ed Hanrahan Family



Mike,

Thank you for the patriotic flowers and certificate recognizing Denny's military service. You do the most thoughtful things. Thank you.

Ruth Ann Monroe
Bluffton, Indiana



To Mike and staff:

Thank you so much for the pretty flowers and for framing the Presidential Memorial Certificate for us! I can't tell you enough how much it means that you and the staff have been so very caring. We appreciate everything you have done for us!

Sincerely yours,
Teresa & Don Green
Mike & Martina Young
The Jerry D. Young Family



Dear friends,

Recently I received from you 3 lovely laminated obituaries. I am writing to express my deep thanks and I'll share them with a couple cousins of Mary Cotton. They are greatly appreciated......a beautiful job well done.

Very truly yours,
Janice Terwilliger
Elwood, Indiana



Dear Jeff & Staff.

You had the services for my father-in-law Floyd Priser. I am a pastor and have worked with many funeral homes. I just want to say I have never worked with a better funeral home. Your degree of professionalism and you attitude of caring were outstanding. I was very impressed by the little extras you did--warm cookies as we entered the building, the "portrait" of Floyd as we entered the visitation room, bottles of water for the speakers, the list goes on. Thank you so very much. I do not live in the area, but would highly recommend you if I did.

Rev. Mark Riege
Wakarusa, Indiana



The Thoma Staff,
Thanks so very much for all your help and your caring attention. You made a difficult time much easier to get through.

"Aunt Judy"
Judy Cotton
Bluffton, Indiana


Dear Jeff and Staff,

My words can only fall short in expressing my sincere gratitude and appreciation for all your professional, but yet very personal, guidance, support, and expertise upon the recent home going of Dad. Dad looked at peace with that slight smile on his face. What a nice way for me to remember him. Visitors commented on how beautifully everything was displayed. One of my colleague’s best expected it this way...”It is very evident that this man was very loved and cared for.” How very comforting to hear that from an observer who did not personally know my dad. Thanks again, Jeff, to you and your staff, for the impeccable hard work. We are blessed.

With deep appreciation,
Linda Wiegman
Fort Wayne, Indiana



Thank you for caring and excellent service you provided for our family. You handled everything in the “Thoma Tradition.” Keep up the good work.

Melanie Durr
Bluffton, Indiana



Thank you for being so helpful and kind to all of our family. It’s been a pleasure working with such a caring and kind gentleman. Thank you very much!

Marjorie J. Gerber
Bluffton, Indiana



Dear Jeff, and staff

How can I express my appreciation for something that is priceless? From the very moment we walked in the door you took care of everything down to the smallest detail. Not only that, but you did it in a way that you would have for someone in your own family. Thank you.

Sincerely,
Pam Cogar & Family
Bluffton, Indiana



Jeff,

As the son of the deceased you did an excellent job but more that that, this was an excellent way of ministry to others.

Thank you,

Kenneth Diehl
Springfield, Ohio



Jeff was so helpful and kind. I could not have asked for more. Thank you so much!

Family of Betty Barringer



There are not enough works to tell you how very much we appreciate all you did for Mother’s calling and funeral service. Thanks especially to you, Jeff for professionally and kindly meeting the needs of our family.

Sincerely,
Jim & Linda Fritz.
Bluffton, Indiana



Jeff,

Thank you so much for all you did for my dad’s funeral. You went way beyond the call of duty, and the family had nothing but compliments. I have appreciated your friendship and support. Your truly are a great guy.

All the best,
Doug Meyer
Bluffton, Indiana



Thoma/Rich, Chaney & Lemler,

I am so thankful that we chose your firm for my mother’s arrangements. The care from Jeff and the staff was far above what I ever could have imagined. Thank you!

Sincerely,
Nick & Jessica Fiechter
Bluffton, Indiana




To everyone at Thoma/Rich, Chaney & Lemler Funeral Home:

We would like to take this opportunity to say thank-you so very much for your kindness and professionalism. It was greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,
Bo and Keely Alstoft
Bluffton, Indiana



Your insight into helping us schedule services which would best suit our family and friends was extremely helpful and sensitive. We could not have asked for more support. Thanks to the entire staff. It has meant a great deal to all of us and the community.

Susie Funk Lambert
Punta Gorda, Florida



Mike & Staff,

Thank you for your compassion and professional help in planning the beautiful memorial service for my husband Leonard. Your attention to every detail was amazing during this difficult time. My family & I are truly proud and happy with the service your funeral home provided. Mike, the flowers were as beautiful and perfect as you said they would be. Thank you for everything!

Sincerely,

Wilma M. Foster and Family
Wells County, Indiana



Dear Mike, Jeff, and all:

Please accept this token gift from our family in sincere appreciation for all you have done that was so clearly above and beyond what we know was necessary.

At a time when we were all in shock with the tremendous grief of our loss, you and the entire staff expertly handled every minute detail of the funeral arrangements for us. Never once did we feel taken advantage of or that you tried to profit unnecessarily from the tragic events of December 31st.

You have the loyalty of our entire family behind you in addition to our gratitude. You may be certain that we will spread the word to all of our neighbors, friends, and family of all that you have done and continue to do for us.

We are writing letters of thanks to both the Bluffton and Fort Wayne newspapers expressing in detail the outstanding compassion and assistance you have shown our family. There is not a day that goes by when we are not grateful to you and your staff for all that you have done.

Someone once said, "If saying thank you is the only prayer you give, it would be enough." Our family says thank you a hundred times over and we hold you in our thoughts and prayers always.

On behalf of all our family, please a