Mr. Thomas is survived by his wife of 57 years, Helen, five children, Edward, James, Tim, Tina, and Beth, 17 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 6, from 1 to 2 pm. A funeral service will follow at 2 pm. Both will be held at Ott-Laughlin Funeral Home in Auburndale, Florida.