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Arturo Thomas Obituary
Worcester - Arturo Thomas, 75, of Worcester, passed away on Thursday, June 21, 2018, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Arturo is survived by his loving wife of forty-five years, Rhina Thomas; two sons, Tommy Thomas and his wife Ann, and Arthur H. Thomas, all of Auburn; a grandson, Evan Thomas; seven sisters, Altagricia, DiLenia, Rhina, Sara, Carmen, Violeta, and Mary Alcantara; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother and a sister.
Arturo was born in Andres, Boca Chica, Dominican Republic son of the late Arthur Thomas and Martina Alcantara; he was educated in the Dominican Republic and later served in their military. He and his wife moved to Springfield before settling in Worcester in 1982, where they raised their family. He worked as a welder and die maker for Wyman Gordon Company in Grafton for over thirty years, before retiring.
He had been a member of Our Lady of Fatima Parish, now Our Lady of Providence Parish in Worcester. He loved baseball and was a fan of the New York Yankees, he enjoyed "The Wonder of It All", and regular walks for exercise. He did everything for his family and found great joy in the successes they have achieved in life.
Calling Hours for Arturo will be on Tuesday, June 26, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester. His Funeral Service will be Wednesday, June 27, at 12 Noon in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Hope Cemetery, Worcester.
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Enrique Nunez
June 17, 2024
En paz descanse un buen hijo, hermano y tío
Margie Carrion
June 17, 2023
Such a gentleman! I remember you and my late husband Eddie talking for hours! A true friend. RIP Always.
Yesenia Suero
June 17, 2022
I so miss my uncle so much he was like a father to me. He was the guy that always gave me the strength to keep going towards my goal. I miss you so much tio always in my heart forever and ever
paz a su alma
Enrique Nuñez
June 28, 2018
mi condolencia para todas sus hermana y mi hermano Julio alcántara y demás familiares ya que siempre me trato como uno de su sobrino siempre me brindo una sonrisa...descanse en paz.
Margie Carrion
June 26, 2018
I remember you always with a smile! May you Rest In Peace, you are with the lord and I know with my husband Eddie talking up a storm!
Dave Olen
June 26, 2018
Arturo brought a smile to everyone at Wyman- Gordon's, even while wearing his Yankee's hat . Not only a great co - worker that always went out of his way for all , but also a great friend to myself and my family. Arturo's smile and laughter will forever live on in us all.
yesenia suero
June 26, 2018
The best uncle ever.I still can't believe your gone.My uncle was always smiling he was a great father,husband,brother,uncle. He always had the time to sit and listen to me always there when i needed him never gave his back on any of us.always gave us the best of the advises. He was my hero and will always be. I know he will always be watching over me.My uncle was like a father that i never had. I miss him so much. I love you uncle rest in peace my love.
love and will always be in my heart for ever and ever until we meet again.
your niece,
Yesenia Suero
Joseph Mahaney
June 25, 2018
Spent many years at Wyman-Gordon with Arturo. I found him to be an outstanding employee and a valuable asset to the company. He was very capable and cooperative. He always had a smile and a pleasant hello for me.
Edward Andrzejczyk
June 24, 2018
Artie was a good man. Very kind and understanding. I worked with him at Wyman Gordon and he was well liked by everyone. He will be missed.
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