Richard Thomas' Obituary
Richard A. Thomas
Catawba, WI
Age 77 – died on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at Bethany Home in Waupaca, WI. He was born on September 2, 1932 in Milwaukee, the son of Oliver and Stella (Kohl) Thomas.
Richard is survived by his daughters; Judy (David) Krempp and Jean (John) Testin both of Wild Rose, his son; Alan (Audrey) Thomas of Beaver Dam, eleven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, sister; Donna Mae Earhart of Prince Frederick, MD, and brother; Tim (Beth) Thomas of Wisconsin Rapids. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a granddaughter; Paula Mankowski.
Richard had served in the US Navy during the Korean War. He had been employed with the Georgia-Pacific Corp. in Phillips, WI for 33 years, retiring in 2008. He enjoyed being at home and working around his home. He also enjoyed fishing.
A funeral service followed by military honors will be held at the Holly Funeral Home in Wild Rose, WI on Thursday, May 6, 2010 at 11:00 AM, with Reverend Bob Hanson, officiating. A visitation will be held at the Holly Funeral Home on Thursday from 10:00 – 11:00 AM. The Holly Funeral Home of Wild Rose, WI is assisting the family with arrangements.
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