Edward Francis Thomas Jr.

Father, Grandfather, and Life Coach to many yong people, Counselor to those in need of solid objective advice. Edward was a proud family man who accomplished much in his business life including being a banker in New York, marketing executive, and retiring from the Arizona State Department of Revenue. He graduated from Virginia Military Institute (B.S.) and received a MBA from New York University. He was a proud army veteran (First Lieutenant) who was in charge of leading tanks in Germany. He retired early to care for his parents, then enjoyed many years making memories with his children and grandchildren. You could count on him to have a beaming smile and joyous spirit throughout his life.

He was predeceased by Edward F Thomas SR, Helen Kathryn Baker Thomas, and Mark Thomas. Edward’s family he created was the most precious to him. He left behind Eddie Thomas married to Ashley Thomas with grandchildren of Cora and Amilleah. His daughter Dee Keller married to Casey Keller with grandchildren of Casey, Aiden, Morgan, and Amelie. His adopted Son Eric Thomas married to Toni Thomas with grandchildren of Eric Anthony and Aaron. He left behind his brother Stuart Thomas and nephew Patrick Thomas.

Edward had a giving and caring spirit so added many children of the heart to his family. Amy Sather married to Todd Sather with grandchildren of Alexis, Romeo, Pedro, Gabriel, Shianna, Samuel, Shianna, and RJ. Tanya Cramp with grandchildren of Remy, Mariya, Tomi, Ariyonna, and Sophiya. Connie Cramp with grandchildren Aly, Kayla, and Kyston. Hayley married to Brandon Otis with grandchildren of Joerge, Jose, and Jasper. He considered many other individuals as important to him including Grace, Jennifer, Rosamae, and several others.

He enjoyed talking with and spending time with his family near and far. Edward was truly loved by everyone in his life and will be deeply missed.

If you would like to leave a photo or memory of Edward, please add to our board https://tinyurl.com/edthomasjr

We invite anyone who knew him to attend and remember their wonderful life. A virtual service will also be provided. Please contact the Hayley Winterberg for details.