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Wayne Thomas Obituary

THOMAS Wayne "Boats" Thomas, age 47, passed away Thursday, May 3, 2007. Preceded in death by father John Thomas, brother John E. Thomas, sister Cindy Hunter and brother-in-law Gregory Kendig. Survived by long time companion, Jackie Kendig; children, Lindsey Thomas and Wayne Thomas; 3 grandchildren, Jordan, Brooklyn and Cainen; mother, Marjorie Fraley; sisters, Roxanna (Richard) Bohn, Peggy Hillard and Connie Thomas; brothers, John Thomas, Brian (Teena) Thomas and Tom Thomas; special nieces, Holly and McKinzie; special nephew, Max Cahoon; many nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the O. R. WOODYARD CO. CHAPEL, 1346 S. High St., where the funeral service will be Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. Interment Green Lawn Cemetery.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on May 6, 2007.

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June 1, 2007

my brother will be sadly missed by all.we will be fishing together again one day.he was a specail person.love bomper,teena,and kids.olive hill ky.

Holly Logsdon

May 31, 2007

My Ting Tong! You were there for my first breathe and I was there for one of your last. The bond that we shared can never be replaced. Even if we didn't see each other for a couple of years, when we did see each other again, he always had the biggest smile on his face, his arms wide open and this deep look of love in his eyes. It's like the bond between a father and daughter, I never had that with my dad and still don't, but I always had it with Boats, that unconditional love! It is a great feeling. I will miss him so! He and I loved Rod Stewart and one of the last songs he played for me was Rod Stewart's, "I'll Stand By You". We always connected with music, there are so many songs that connect me and him. I loved and still love him with all of my heart. Holly Ann

Peggy Hillard

May 31, 2007

The twinkle in your eyes,Your smile,your laughter,stays in my heart.I know you are well now!Fishing is wonderfull.I Love You Love Peggy

Roxie Bohn

May 30, 2007

I am Boats oldest sister and I love him. I remember Mom going in labor at Buckeye lake on a speed boat and his father having to drive back to Columbus in pouring rain with no wipers on his car and his head hung out the window to see. That is where the nickname Boats came from. He never crawled, when he was ready he stood up and walked to me after I returned from a 2week babysitting job.He loved to fish and having cook outs in his back yard or at a park. Boats loved life. He had many nieces and nephews and all of them loved him and he love them. Boats will be missed by Mom and all his family.

Anndrea Berry

May 10, 2007

Uncle Boats will be sadly missed but is in a better place probably fishing somewhere. We all know he is much better where he is now and he is sharing his love with his sister Cindy. Uncle Boats I will miss you bunches and I will always love you!

Kaye Shanks- Hayes, David Shanks, Jimmy Morris & Family

May 10, 2007

Our deepest sympathy goes to Boats' family. May you all be comforted in this time of need. God Bless.

antoinett sugar bear otis

May 7, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.plz let connie know im thinking about her and the rest of your family also jackie take care and god bless sugar bear

VICKI MARSHALL

May 7, 2007

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
ALL. YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. SINCERELY VICKI MARSHALL

Virginia Hall

May 7, 2007

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Steve and Shelley Castle

May 7, 2007

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

" Beebers "

May 7, 2007

No matter how much we try to be ready for the passing of a loved one, we never are. Uncle Boats will sadly be missed as he has touched many people and leaves behind many wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Jackie in this painful time of grief, take comfort in knowing that Uncle Boats is in a better place without pain and suffering and just remember as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

ELSIE MAY BROWN

May 6, 2007

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

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