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Gary Thomas Obituary
SMSgt Gary F. Thomas USAF Ret., passed away peacefully. A Korean and Vietnam veteran was awarded numerous citations: the Air Medal, Commendation Medal and the Distinguished Flying Cross for heroism, 310th Air Commandos, Vietnam 1966. Gary had been a Medic, Military Policeman, and Air Traffic Controller, w/duties-Japan 1950-52, Turkey 1961-63, and retiring in 1968 as the 1st Sgt. of BMT LAFB. He grew up in Tulsa, son of Tommy and Burreen, he joined the 45th Inf. Div.in 1948. Member of: UVOA, DAV and VFW, Gary was active in veteran's causes as President of the Brotherhood of Vietnam Veterans. Successful career with Lincoln-Mercury and Dodge as a Salesman/Mgr./ and Dealer. A wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Uncle and Brother. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years Mary Lou, son Larry Michael, sister Patricia and brother Zane. Living are Sons: Gary Steven Thomas, and James (Tommy) Thomas. Daughter in-law Torrie Thomas. Sisters: Carole Pollard, Delores Clark, and Ginger Walker. Grandsons and Honorary Pallbearers are Greg, Zach, and Ben, and dear friend Raimondo Munoz. Lovingly remembered by his Great grandchildren, Brianne, Bentley, Blaise. Visitation:
6 -8 PM on Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North, Rosary 7 PM. Graveside Service at 9 AM on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.
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Marylou Contreras
June 26, 2021
How I wish I would´ve known, I will always remember being a little girl and you always did the daffy duck voice for me to entertain me. You were the funniest and so kind to me and my sister. We truly loved you. I miss you and my aunt Marylou.
Gary @ the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Washington, DC. year unknown
SEAN SITKA
December 15, 2019
July 26, 2017
Heartfelt condolences are extended to your family at this difficult time. Seek the love and support God provides to help you cope during this time - Psalms 29:11
Nathan Garcia
July 18, 2017
Uncle Gary was always so kind and full of life with stories to tell when we would visit he and Mary Lou. I hadn't seen him in many years, but I will always remember him fondly as a wonderful man, and hero to our country.
July 18, 2017
Last night while shopping for items to take with me to San Antonio I got flash backs , a memory from the 1950's. The Korean war had started and cousin Gary had written to me saying I have some friends of yours here from Tripoli and they have good things to say about you. Corporal Licia is one of the men. Know that they will be taken care of. I do not feel well enough to make this trip now but wanted you all to know I am thinking of you. Take care and may God Bless you and yours, Robert Garcia.
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Jul
19
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6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Mission Park Funeral Chapels Cherry Ridge3401 Cherry Ridge Dr, San Antonio, TX 78230
Jul
19
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7:00 p.m.
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