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Darrell Thomas Obituary

Thomas Darrell D. Thomas, age 69. Originally from Columbus. Passed away on March 24, 2013 in Groton, Ct. Preceded in death by mother Garnet Gibson Thomas, sister Donna Thomas Huffman, and step-son Thomas Lamb. Survived by wife, Bessie Thomas; son, Darrell Lee Thomas; father, Darrell D. Thomas Sr.; brother, Tim Thomas; and step-son, Martin Lamb; many grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Graduated with honors from Columbus North High School. Upon graduation enlisted in the armed forces. United States Navy Veteran having served on the aircraft carrier USS Saratoga in the Meditteranean and also in the Vietnam War. Excelled in technical drawing and was a long time employee of General Dynamics Electric Boat working on the planning and building of nuclear submarines for the U.S. Department of the Navy. Member of the VFW and Elks Club of Groton. Fan of the UCONN Huskies and Boston Red Sox. A private graveside ceremony will be held by the family in Groton. Contributions may be made online in his name as honoree at vfw.org/contribute.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 26 to Mar. 28, 2013.

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Kimberly Goss President 189

March 30, 2013

On the behalf of the Ladies Auxiliary to VFW Post 189, please accept our deepest sympathies. If there is anything we can do to help you through this difficult time please don't hesitate to call.

Dan & Peggy Ramirez

March 30, 2013

We were so sorry to hear about your loss. I am glad we were able to visit with you all last summer. May God bless and comfort you. Love & Prayers

Kathleen Shambaugh

March 29, 2013

Tim, I am sorry for your loss.

March 28, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.

Sina Wierstorf

March 28, 2013

Even if we are fare away our thougth are with you all who miss and loved him.
Love Sina, Ingrid and famaly

Frank & Ruth DeCosta

March 28, 2013

We are sending our deepest sympathy to the friends and family. May you find comfort knowing that we care. God Bless!

March 28, 2013

Sending lots of love to you during this time. He will certainly be missed.

~Cori and Thomas

March 27, 2013

Dear Bessie and Marty and family.
I am so sorry for your sadness. My thoughts and prayers.
Mindy Matheson

carl. & wendy lloyd

March 27, 2013

Our thoughts are with you .So sorry to hear this.

Jo-Nell Cartier

March 27, 2013

Deepest sympathies. With thoughts & prayers. The Cartier Family

Donna Bennett-Boiselle

March 27, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of and your families in this time of sorrow.

peg & jim everett

March 27, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jim Hammel

March 27, 2013

My condolences to the Thomas family, I knew Darrell from work. I have always had the greatest respect for him as a person and worker. I am sure he will be missed by all.

March 27, 2013

Bess,
So sorry for your loss.
Sharon Burdick
Bonnie Haggan

March 27, 2013

Sorry for your loss Bess and family, he will be missed.

Micki & Tom

Debbie Winsor

March 27, 2013

To The Thomas Family, I worked with Darrell for many years and always enjoyed our little talks throughout the day. He was a kind and gentle man with a huge heart. My prayers are with you all.

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