He loved spending time at the Central Library where he enjoyed books and movies. Thomas worked at Flexsteel for many years than later at Clark Security.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ted and Dolores Groves.
Surviving are sister, Judy Shaw; brother, Ted Groves (Carol); and former wife, Linda.
Graveside services will be 1:00 PM Thursday, September 23, 2010 at Locust Hill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Vanderburgh County Humane Society.