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Walter L. Thomas

80, of Indianapolis, passed away on Sunday, December 16, 2012. He had been a mechanic for Paul Harvey Ford at the time of his retirement. Walter was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, and Central Indiana Bicycling Association since 1972. He is survived by his loving wife, Rosemary Thomas; children, Connie Miner, Jere McCullough, and Jan Brown, and their mother, Esther Thomas; 6 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren; brother, Larry Thomas, and brother-in-law, David Quinn. Funeral services will be on Friday, December 21, 2012 in Flanner and Buchanan - Memorial Park , 9350 E. Washington Street at 1 p.m., with visitation from 11 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's United Church of Christ Legacy Fund. Family and friends are welcome to sign the online guestbook for Walter at: http://www.flannerbuchanan.com

Published by The Indianapolis Star on Dec. 19, 2012.
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I'm so sad to hear about Lew's passing. I am praying for you. Please let me know how we can help you.

Ellen Brock

December 21, 2012

We're sorry to hear about Lew's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Randy and Connie Schmucker

December 20, 2012

Rosemary, We're so sorry for your loss. You're in our prayers.
Pat and Sally Clarke

Patrick Clarke

December 20, 2012

Dear Rosemary,
Thinking of you.........

Phyllis and Steve Lay

December 20, 2012

Dear Rosemary,
I'm so very sorry to hear about Lew's passing. None of us can know how hard the last few weeks and months have been for both of you. This is even harder, especially at this time, I'm sure. Know that you are dear to many of us and prayers and good thoughts will be surrounding you. May you be filled and surrounded by the peace of Christ in the days and weeks to come.
Nancy Stimson

December 20, 2012

Rosemary,
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

Anne & Kent Ellis

December 20, 2012

Rosemary, Donna and I send our sincere condolences on the passing of Walter.

Jerry Segal

December 20, 2012

Mrs. Thomas, on behalf of the Crooked Creek Grade School monthly lunch group we want to extend our sympathies to you on Louie's (as we knew him)passing. He did attend one of our luncheons a few years ago.
May HE Rest In Peace.

Paul Vogt

December 19, 2012

Rosemary, You are in our prayers and don't forget to let me know if there is anything we can help you with. Love, Kathy, Phil and Andrew

December 19, 2012

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

Wayne & Bessie Miller

December 19, 2012

Rosemary our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.

Greg & Karen Mauer

December 19, 2012

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