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Debra Thomas Obituary

THOMAS Debra A.. Thomas, age 53 of Milford, beloved wife of Kenneth J. Thomas, Sr., died on Tuesday, January 5, 2010. Mrs. Thomas was born in Stafford Springs, on February 22, 1956 to Judy Bilz Hensley of Milford and the late William Hensley and was a lifelong Milford resident. She was retired from Milford Hospital where she was a unit secretary for 30 years. Survivors, in addition to her husband and mother, include two sons, Kenneth J. Thomas, Jr. (Debra Palys) of West Haven and Brian J. Thomas and his wife, Melissa of Milford; two brothers, William Hensley and his wife, Linda of Massachusetts and Bob Hensley and his wife, Mary of Florida; a sister, Gail Smith and her husband, Pete of Milford; three grandchildren, Kenneth J., III, Alexis and Jack; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends are invited to attend funeral services on Saturday at 9AM DIRECTLY in St. Peter Episcopal Church, West River Street, Milford, with the Reverend Andrew Osmun officiating. Interment will be in Kingshighway Cemetery, Milford. Friends may call on Friday 4 to 7 p.m. in The Gregory F. Doyle Funeral Home, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford.

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Published by Connecticut Post from Jan. 7 to Jan. 8, 2010.

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Jeannine

January 9, 2010

Kenny & Family,
No words can express the sadness when I heard about Debbie. When we were growing up I always enjoyed when you two were over.You both had a "special bond" with each other, "a love that was true." I am the younger sister to Diane {Fairbanks}.The last time we meant was when my dad passed.I was so happy to see you both.Deb told me about her two sons. WOW!! I thought,what a happy family you both made. Deb, as well as you and your family, will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest sympathy to all of you,
Jeannine {Fairbanks} Peterson.

barbara frechette

January 9, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

January 9, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

January 8, 2010

Our prayers are with you. We were shocked to hear of Debbie's passing.
The Schrober's / Cobb family

Brenda Reid

January 8, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Debbie was a kind, sweet lady. Rest is peace Deb.

January 8, 2010

Brian and the Thomas Family,
We recently heard about Mrs. Thomas's passing. Please know you are in our prayers.
-Nick Napolitano and Michelle Born

January 8, 2010

Our prayers are with you. (the Lattanzi Family)

Tara&Shaun Brotherton

January 8, 2010

Aunt Debbie you will be missed by many and you will 4ever be in our hearts!! love you!!

January 8, 2010

Through Love, Through Friendship
a heart beats forever.
Love your "girlfriends" ,ok, and the "guys"

January 8, 2010

With deepest sympathy from our family to yours,

The May Family

Jennie Palys

January 8, 2010

My deepest sympathy to Ken Jr and his family. Rest in Peace.

January 8, 2010

My deepest sympathy to Ken and his family, may god let her rest in peace.
Jennie Palys

Terry and Diana Titus

January 8, 2010

Kenny,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Our memories of you and Debbie with always be from hanging down around the beach and our kids as babies playing together.
We are so sorry for your loss.

Serena & William Buffum

January 8, 2010

Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.We are so sorry for your loss.

January 7, 2010

Kenny - our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Gene & Jessy Speed

Ted Fairbanks

January 7, 2010

Kenny, I am so sorry for your loss. Debbie was such a great person. I still have such great memories of our
life growing up! We all used to have so much great fun together. Debbie will be missed by us all. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Our sympathy to you all
Ted and Dawne Fairbanks

Aunt Polly

January 7, 2010

Our dear sweet Debbie was taken from us way too soon.

Roberta Langewisch

January 7, 2010

Dear Judy & Family,
I would like to extend my sincerest condolences to you. I had worked with Debbie at Milford Hospital for over 20 years. Her Greatest Joy was talking about her Grandchildren. We shared many a conversation about them and sharing photos. I was deeply saddened to hear this news. Please know that my Thoughts & Prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

My Deepest Sympathy to All of You,
Roberta Langewisch

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