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Colby Thomas Obituary
August 11, 1985 - January 14, 2025
Hico, Texas - Clayton Colby Thomas, 39, of Hico, Texas, left us suddenly on January 14th, 2025. A loving husband, son, brother and uncle, Colby will be remembered for his endless creativity, a talent for building anything he could imagine, and a contagious laugh and smile.
Born on August 11th, 1985, in Fort Worth, Texas, Colby was the second son of Frank and Garla Thomas. Raised in Aledo, Colby was a gifted athlete and enjoyed all sports, but none more than football, excelling at quarterback for the Bearcats. Colby made strong friends there that he would stay connected with for the rest of his life. Following high school, Colby eventually followed his love for the outdoors to the family ranch in Hico, Texas.
On March 24, 2018, Colby married the love of his life, Cassidy. Her grandparents owned the neighboring ranch, sharing a fence line with Colby's family. They first met in 2013 and were able to spend 8 years together. He was a devoted husband and their profound connection will be deeply missed.
Colby was kind, funny, and always knew how to make others laugh. When he wasn't designing or building his next project, he loved to hunt, fish, and spend time with family, friends, and his cherished companion - his dog, Beaux. He had an artistic mind, an eye for detail and a unique ability to bring his ideas to life.
Colby is survived by his wife Cassidy Thomas, his parents Frank & Garla Thomas, his younger brother Brady Thomas, his older brother and his wife Tyson & Karis Thomas and their children Parker, Jackson, Beckett, Lucy & Lyla, his grandmother Sandra Fox, and his uncle and his wife Chris & Jayne Griffin. Colby was preceded in death by grandparents Frank & Lucille Thomas and Garland Griffin.
A service to celebrate Colby's life will be held in Aledo this Friday, January 24th at 2:00 p.m. at Stillwater Meadows (9842 E Bankhead Hwy Aledo, TX 76008).
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Loy Beth Greer
January 25, 2025
Dear Garla, Frank, and family, We are so sorry to hear of Colby's passing. Thom and I send our heartfelt sympathies. Please know that you all have our prayers that your hearts will be strengthened and filled with the peace that only our Heavenly Father can give. Thinking of you and the Thomas family with love and prayers, Sincerely, Loy Beth and Thom Greer.
Ginger Ferguson
January 25, 2025
Deeply saddened to hear of your family´s loss. Sending much love, hugs and prayers with our deepest heartfelt condolences.
Pat griffin
January 24, 2025
Their no words to express this loss my thoughts and prayers are with you
Sheila Coffee and Lisa Andrus
January 23, 2025
To the Thomas Family,
Sorry to hear about Colby, our deepest sympathy for your loss, we are praying for you during this difficult time. May gods love hold you close and bring you comfort. Love, Lisa Andrus and Sheila Coffee
Faye Gage
January 23, 2025
Frank & Garla, I´m so sorry for this loss to your family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Praying God brings you comfort in this difficult time. With love Faye
Tambra Starnes
January 23, 2025
Garla, Frank & family - There are no adequate words for a loss as painful as losing your child. Just know that we are hurting for you and praying God brings comfort to your broken hearts. With love - Tambra & Bobby Starnes
Bill and Paula Roddy
January 23, 2025
We were so sorry to hear about Colby. Our thoughts and prayers are will all of you during this difficult time. God bless your entire family.
Katherine Jones Proctor
January 22, 2025
My love to the Thomas family. You were all a big part of my childhood, and I am forever grateful for our times together. I pray y´all feel peace and comfort during this time. To Mr. And Mrs. Thomas, I know your grief is great, but our God is greater.
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted
and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Cholly Gordon
January 22, 2025
Thomas Family, I am so sad to hear about Colby´s passing. I pray for your peace and beautiful memories of this beautiful soul.
Tom and Barbara Mathenyny
January 22, 2025
Cassidy sorry for your loss. Tom and Barbara heart is breaking for you. Our prayers are with you.
Beki May Avant
January 22, 2025
Colby will live on in every beautiful thing he built, and in the hearts of all of us who loved him!
Paul and Meg Middleton
January 21, 2025
Dear Frank & Garla, Tyson & Karis and Brady,
We´re so very sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved son and brother, Colby.
Sadly, we didn´t get to meet him when we came to visit but saw some of his talented handiwork at the ranch.
We can only imagine what you are going through and the immense grief at this time.
We will be thinking and praying for you all.
Sending our love and deepest condolences all the way from Western Australia.
Paul & Meg Middleton
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Susan Duncan Clemens
January 20, 2025
So very sorry to hear about the loss of your son, Colby. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.
Ines Zak
January 20, 2025
Frank, Garla, Brady ,Tyson... I send you all my most heartfelt condolences.... This saddens me so ....
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