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BERT THOMAS JR., 87 SUN CITY WEST, Ariz. - Bert Thomas Jr., 87, of Sun City West passed away Saturday, May 7, 2011. Bert was born April 15, 1924, in Rockford, Ill. He started Parkside Warehouse, a 350,000 square foot public warehouse facility in Rockford in 1963. He was a member of the Chanters Unit of the Tebala Shrine, director of the Jesters Unit from 1969 to 1989 and past member of Forest Hills Country Club. For the past 35 years he lived in various Del Webb communities in the Phoenix area. Member of the Sheriff's Posse for five years and member of the Briarwood Country Club. He was actively involved with Interfaith until the last few years. Survived by his wife, Jane Owings Thomas; children, Bert (Kathryn) Thomas III, Bonnie (Stephen) Tigner and Stephen (Colene) Baker; and numerous grandchildren. Memorial service at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 12, at Briarwood Country Club. In lieu of flowers, send contributions to Interfaith (Benevilla), 16752 N. Greasewood St., Surprise, AZ 85378.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 11 to May 12, 2011.

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Bonnie Tigner

May 15, 2011

My condolences. I live in Sun City, and it was brought to my attention that you have a daughter named Bonnie Tigner. That is my name as well. A lady at church who knows you brought me the obituary. I know there is no way we could be related, but wondered if she lived in AZ as well.

May 14, 2011

Jane and family, we want to express our love and best wishes in this difficult time. Please know that we and many other friends want to comfort you and offer our support.

John and Mary Geyer

Byron & Helen Haverfield

May 12, 2011

Jane and family, we send our love and thoughts during this difficult time. Reading his obituary, Bert accomplished many things and I know that you were very proud of him.

May 12, 2011

billy,so sorry it was nice to see you at the wake hope that you are doing ok. she ment so much to me.all the good times we had at your house.take care hope you and your family are well. donna(bigelow) ricci

John and Goldie Delaney

May 11, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

May 10, 2011

This truly saddens me to hear! Birdie was a wonderful woman and a very big part of our extended family. An amazingly kind heart and friend to my Nana Jean, Dad, and Uncles. God Bless your family during this difficult time. She will always hold a special place in my heart.
Love Jillian (Alden)

May 8, 2011

Dear Billy sorry to hear abbout your mom you all were just like family all my life . I was in mass.about three years ago when jack passed away ,Icame to upton looking for you an your mom found out that you sold the house on mendon st. Went to the donut shop saw Linda Gallant who i went to school with asked if she knew where you might have moved to she didn"t know. My deepes"t condolences Love Rick Alden PS please call me 1-850-892-7013 home

Karine K

April 29, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Nana was a wonderful woman and I was lucky to have known her. I loved her as though she was my own family and she always made me feel like a part of hers. I will miss her deeply. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

April 29, 2011

Bill sorry to hear of your moms passing remembering visiting you house with Jeff Pond swimming in your pool your mom always happy to see us Ian just a little guy and your mom loved him so. take care Paul Moroney Twin Mountain N.H.

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