William D. “Bill” Thackrey, 91, of Mount Vernon, passed away at 5:30 A.M., Tuesday, September 8, just one day before his 92nd birthday at Mount Vernon Countryside Manor in Mount Vernon. FUNERAL SERVICE will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, September 11 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon, with Mr. Randy Sells officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Mount Vernon. Friends of the William D. “Bill” Thackrey Family may call from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, September 10 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home where you may call (618) 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfh.com for further information or to send online condolences.