Tommy Arthur Thomas

Tommy was born on May 22, 1950 in Houston, Texas to Ottis and Dorothy Thomas. He left Aldine High school just short of graduating high school and enlisted, proudly served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. After serving his country, he returned to his roots in Aldine, worked to obtain his GED and graduated with a degree in Engineering from University of Houston. Tommy remained in the Aldine/Houston area, never moving far. He continued his education over the years, earning many certificates, working his way up to Chief Mechanical Engineer for many projects.

Tommy was the wild child of a Southern Baptist preacher, a lover (married six times legally) and fighter (alcohol and Tommy didn’t mix well). When asked if he was ever in jail, he always replied “Which one? It was Harris and surrounding counties”. The consistent loves of his life were his children, fast cars and motorcycles. He dearly loved the sound of a strong Harley Davidson or muscle car engine.

Tommy is survived by his wife, Barbara, of Spring, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Jason Adam and Brandi Thomas of Humble, Texas; daughter, Shaunna Marie Thomas of Waco, Texas; grandsons: Alex Phetan of Pensacola, Florida, Cody Klare, Austin Klare and Tyler Klare of Waller, Texas; granddaughters: Lauren Thomas of Humble, Sara Phetan of Cypress, Texas and Katy Klare of Waller, Texas; sister, Joann Thomas-Sheffield; Dear friend and “other wife” Dorothy Mckee, along with numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Tommy is preceded in death by his father, Ottis Thomas; mother, Dorothy; sister, Mildred Richmond; brother, Dale Thomas; sister, Sandra Lemons and grandson, Jack Klare.

Tommy Arthur Thomas loved God and his country. He missed his calling by God to serve the church but he never failed to spread the word of the bible and encourage others to follow as well. He was Past Master of Melrose Masonic Lodge.

Over the last 11 years you could find him most any day sitting on the southeast corner of Starbucks at “his” table. Tommy loved to talk. It was at that table so many conversations and friendships developed. He would mentor the Baristas and other young people to continue their educations, enlist in a branch of service or counsel through life experiences.

Tommy will be missed by so many. He had a very individual style. Seen by many roaring down Louetta on his beloved blue Harley, his hair proudly plastered in place with hairspray, a fresh lit cigarette in his mouth, headed to Starbucks.

He was also an honest and good man. He made a promise to a very dear friend the last time they spoke. Steve, he kept his promise and stopped smoking.