Richard E Thomas

Long time Redwood City resident, Richard E Thomas, 70, passed away on February 11, 2018, with his wife and daughter by his side. Rich was born in Deer Lodge, Montana. He graduated from Sequoia High School and served in the United States Air Force from 1967 to 1971. He met the love of his life, Carolyn Sand, while stationed at Offutt Air Force Base. They were married at St. Francis Catholic Church in Humphrey, Nebraska. Upon returning to California, Rich worked in real estate and tended bar where he made many lifelong friends. Until his passing, he was a Real Estate Agent at Terrace Associates.

Rich loved his family and friends and especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was a diehard Yankees fan, could tell you anything you wanted to know about Major League Baseball and loved to listen to music, especially the Righteous Brothers. Family and friends fondly remember his infectious smile, witty sense of humor and overwhelming generosity.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn; daughter Kelly (Curtis) Flaig; grandchildren Kyle, Brandon, Paige and Kayla; mother, Wanda Thomas; brother Hank (DeOnne) Thomas; sisters Kay Carlon and Cheryl Risley. He was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd; brother-in-laws Tom Carlon and Todd Risley.

A memorial service will be held at Redwood Chapel, 847 Woodside Road, Redwood City, on Friday, February 23, 2018, at 2:00 p.m.