About Thayer's
Improving Homes, Building Relationships
Gary Thayer - Founder
Gary is a native of Lafayette. Raised in the Romney area, he graduated from Southwestern High School in 1967. He then went to Purdue University where he graduated from the Krannert School of Management in 1971. Before starting Thayer’s Painting & Wallcovering in 1976, Gary owned Mini Pets, worked in the insurance area with USF&G, and National Homes Acceptance Corporation. Gary likes golfing and spending time with his grandchildren.
Juanita Thayer - Assistant Office Manager
Juanita also is a Lafayette native. She graduated from Jefferson High School in 1970. After graduation from high school, she immediately went to work in the secretarial/bookkeeping field. She has helped with the business from the beginning, as well as holding other positions. When Juanita is not working, she enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, family, and friends.
Jason Thayer - Part Owner
Jason, the oldest son of Gary and Juanita, is a 1991 graduate of Jefferson High School. After high school, Jason attended Purdue University for a year in the field of Construction Technology. Jason worked in some different construction/maintenance positions before joining the family business in 1994. In 2012, Jason took on the position of managing Thayer’s Exteriors. Jason and his wife, Tammi, have two daughters. Jason enjoys running, participating in several different sports, and spending time with his family.
Jon Thayer - Part Owner
Jon, the middle son, is a 1995 graduate of Jefferson High School. After high school, Jon attended Taylor University for a year and Purdue University for his second year of college. Jon joined the family business in 1997. Jon and his wife, Jennifer, have a son and two daughters. Jon enjoys playing basketball, participating in several different sports, and spending time with his family.
Josh Thayer - Part Owner
Josh, the youngest son, is a 1997 graduate of Jefferson High School. After high school, Josh attended Ivy Tech State College in the Business Management field. Josh joined the family business in 1999. Josh and his wife, Jessie, have twin daughters. Josh enjoys playing golf in his spare time, as well as spending time with his family and friends.
Benji Blankenship - Painting Lead Project Manager
Benji has been employed by Thayer’s since December of 2001. He is married to Cassy and they have four daughters. Benji’s hobbies are fishing, camping, yard work and spending time with his family.
Seth Redmon - Painting Project Manager
Seth has spent several years on the painting crew, now he helps lead and manage our drywall and painting teams. Seth enjoys staying busy with the Thayer’s team while at work, but when not at work he enjoys being outside trailing, up at Lake Michigan. Along with spending time around a nice fire with his wife, Bliss, and his boys.
Levi Kinzie - Exteriors Lead Project Manager
Levi began working for Thayer’s as a subcontractor in 2015 and joined the Thayer’s team as a Project Manager in 2019. He enjoys being with his wife, Kendra, and their four children, as well as caring for the spot of creation God has given him.
Dustin Hurley - Exteriors Project Manager
Jonathan Bohl - Outside Sales
Alex Walters - Outside Sales
Alex joined the Thayer’s team in 2025. He finds great satisfaction in his work at Thayer’s, where he assists homeowners with their projects and improvements, making a tangible impact on their lives. Outside of work, Alex dedicates his time to his family: his wife, Taylor, and their three daughters. His personal interests include traveling to explore new cities and mountains, following Notre Dame football, attending country music concerts, and exploring new restaurants.
Gunner Williams - Outside Sales
Gunner joined the Thayer’s team in 2025. Following his graduation from Harrison High School, he established a foundation in the construction industry through his work with a local construction material supplier. Outside of work, his favorite pastimes include playing golf, fishing, and enjoying time with loved ones. His greatest joy comes from spending time with his fiancée, Chloe, and their dog, Zeke.
Cassidy Thayer - Office Manager
Cassidy, Jason’s oldest daughter, joined the Thayer’s team full-time in May 2022 after graduating from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science. Outside of work, she pursues her passion for photography through her small business. She also enjoys cooking and spending time with her lovely fiancé, Jake.
