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1932
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David Thomas Obituary
12/10/1932 - 10/3/2009
David peacefully passed away on Saturday October 3, 2009 in Auburn, Calif.
Born in Madison Wisconsin to Marie and Arthur Thomas. Dave was employed with Hewlett Packard in Sunnyvale and Cupertino for 27 years and retired to open his own one hour photo business The Finest Hour, Citrus Heights and Village Photo in Path to Savings in Meadow Vista. He treasured time spent with his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife Joan of 54 years and his loving family. Daughter Renee Muramoto; son-in-law Gregory;. son Darren Thomas and daughter-in-law Tammie; three grandchildren, Shannon Muramoto, Brady and Brittany Thomas; his sisters, Elizabeth White and Beverly Traxler; brother-in-law Richard; niece Pam Belli; nephews Joshua Traxler and Rusty Thomas; along with numerous foster children.
He will be deeply missed but will live on in our hearts.
Instead of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity in his memory.
Memorial Services will be held on Friday October 16, 2009 3 p.m. at Chapel of the Hills, 1331 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Thomas
6 Entries
October 13, 2009
dave ...clark here...great smile and all-together family man...may the brats be up to your standards...your easy-going nature was admired by all...clark...
October 10, 2009
Dear Jo and family:
Ron and I are so sad to hear of Dave's
passing, but God has him with him now.
We will miss our Edgewood Class Reunion
trips with you and Dave. Take care and
if you come to Madison, please get be in touch. You continue to be in our
prayers. Love, Ron & Barb Reuter,
Madison, Wisconsin
Bill & Shirlee Martinson
October 10, 2009
We will always remember the good times, in Auburn, and Madison with you and Dave. He will always be in our hearts.
Our love, Bill & Shirlee Martinson
Ray and Madeline Laufenberg
October 9, 2009
We are saddened by Dave's death but there is comfort knowing he is at peace. We will remember his smile and his "chuckle" and know you will cherish the memories of happier times. Remember, a death takes away a life but does not end a relationship. With love and sympathy,
Susan Bendickson
October 9, 2009
Joan, I know that you and Dave had a wonderful and happy life together and that together you raised a beautiful and loving family. God bless you all and give you peace in your grief with the knowledge that Dave is with God now and at peace.
Susan and Don Spink
Lois Plymale
October 9, 2009
May your memories of David bring you comfort. He was a wonderful, loving man and I will always remember his sense of humor and his wonderful smile so wide it seemed to split his face in two. He was so proud of you all and I know he leaves a part of himself within each of you. My wish for you is that part of him, kept in your hearts, will help to alleviate the grief you feel now. In sorrow and love, Lois
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