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Donald Thomas Obituary

Donald D. Thomas, age 56, of Topeka passed away Friday, November 7, 2008 at his home in Topeka after a long illness. Don was born June 20, 1952 in Topeka the son of Ray J. Thomas and Mary J. Babcock Thomas. Don worked for Murray & Son construction for several years. Don was preceded in death by a brother, Ray Thomas and a longtime companion, Alice Schutts. He is survived by his mother, Mary Thomas of Topeka; a son, Jesse Thomas and his wife Edith of Topeka; a daughter, Crystale Thomas of Topeka; two brothers, Ronnie Thomas of Mayetta and Terry Thomas of Topeka; a sister, Linda Thomas of Topeka and four grandsons. A memorial visitation will be Tuesday, November 11, 2008 from 6:00 8:00 p.m. at the Davidson Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Midland Hospice Care and sent in care of the Davidson Funeral Home.

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Nov. 9, 2008.

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linda alfrey

November 19, 2008

sorry for your loss me my bro frankie we all knew each other families my prayers will be with u and family i miss my mom mary everyday but i learned they stay in your thoughts and heart forever....god bless

Al Sanchez

November 11, 2008

Dear Linda & Mrs. Thomas,

I'm very sorry to hear of Donnies passing. Please know you both are in my thoughts and prayers.

LENNY BENNETT AND GARY ADAMS

November 11, 2008

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS..GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY..LENNY BENNETT AND GARY ADAMS

mitch jones

November 10, 2008

jessie, sorry to hear about your Dad thinking of you mitch

Tobie Johnson

November 10, 2008

Thinking of you bro love Tobie JOHNSON

Sharon Beckwith

November 10, 2008

To the family of Donnie,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We have known him for many years and he will be missed.
Ronnie, Sharon, Tina, Dylan, and Betti

Audra Blue

November 9, 2008

Jesse I am really sorry to hear about your Dad our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Love the Blue Family.

Tisha Jones

November 9, 2008

jessie& Edie i'm sorry about Donnie. Tisha jones

jackie mills

November 9, 2008

crystale&Jo I know this was hard on you guys,Donnie lived his life like he wanted and you guys we're always there for him and you were a big part of his life,he is at peace now love you both. jackie

Robert&Jackie Mills

November 9, 2008

jesse& Edie I'm sorry for your loss you all took care of Donnie to the end and i know it was hard,but Jessie Dad at peace now. love you guys aunt jackie

Kelly Johnson

November 9, 2008

Hey Donnie; I'll see you when I get there, forever your friend, Kelly Johnson

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