THISTLE, Richard E. -Of Lynn and formerly of Everett, passed away at his home on August 3 ^rd , 2019, at 70 years. Born in Everett, he was the beloved husband of Sandra (Bryson) Thistle. Loving father of Paula Thistle of Methuen and Sharon Paquette of Lynnfield. Loving brother of Donna White. Cherished grandfather of James, Morgan, and Lexy Paquette. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend visiting hours at the JF Ward Funeral Home, 772 Broadway, Everett, on Tuesday August 6 ^th from 4-8 pm with a prayer service in the funeral home at 730 pm. Mr. Thistle was a retired building maintenance manager and was a US Army Vietnam War veteran. He was a late member of the Winthrop Elks and the Saugus Yacht Club. In his memory, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society @ www.cancer.org