Thomas was a 1963 graduate of South Side High School. He then earned his degree in Heating and Air Conditioning from Ivy Tech College. Thomas served honorably in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968 and served one year in Vietnam. He married Diana L. Torok on April 22, 1972 and she survives. Thomas worked for the Fort Wayne Fire Department for 31 and a half years until his retirement. While on the fire department he was Captain and Pension Secretary for 16 years. He was a member of the American Legion Post #47 and served on the Professional Firefighters Union of Indiana Pension Board. Thomas enjoyed being with his family and friends, playing golf, traveling, and loved his dog, Taz. Surviving are his children, Jim (Nancy) Marshall and Leslie LeCoque; grandchildren, Julie (Adam), Jessica (Chris), Samantha, William, and Daniel; three great-grandchildren; brother Stephen (Joan) Marshall; and many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law; and nephews and nieces.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at American Legion Post 47 (601 Reed Road, Fort Wayne) on Saturday, October 24, 2020 from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. Arrangements entrusted to Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home (6131 St. Joe Road, Fort Wayne, IN).
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. For online condolences, please visit www.hockemeyermillerfh.com.
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