Thal, William C. age 98. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Mary K. Wood; daughter, Cathy. Survived by daughters, Deborah Mathison, Mary Thal (Dave), Peggy Bailey; grandchildren, Jessica, Jenna, Leah, Katy, Nick; great grandchildren, Mya, Evan, Ian, Emma. Bill served in the Army for 5 years before getting his college degree. He and Mary moved to Austin, MN in 1953 where he taught school for 30 years. He cared deeply about people and volunteered both time and energy helping others. A family service will be held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date. Washburn-McReavy.com Strobeck Johnson 952-938-9020s