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Darren Thomas Obituary
1960 - 2013
Darren Thomas, 52, died June 23, 2013 in Temecula, Ca., of a heart attack while riding his bicycle.
Darren was born Oct. 17, 1960 and attended Hillcrest, South Jr. High & Borah High Schools in Boise, Graduating from Borah in 1979. he played football for Borah and De Pankratz during their glory years.
He graduated from the U of I in 1985 with a degree in social science.
He married Carolyn Ott in Riverside, Ca. on Aug. 19, 1989. They have three beautiful children, Crista, Matthew and Kyle.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn, daughter Crista, and sons Matthew and Kyle, His mother, Dixie Thomas of Boise, two brothers, Bernie (Lesa) Thomas, Brent (Rhonda) Thomas, all of Boise, A sister, Merri (Craig) Gardunia of Huntsville, Al., Three nephews, Ryan Bailey, Chad Gardunia and Caden Gardunia, one Niece, Sarah Bailey, His mother in law and father in law, Dan and Jeaneen Ott of Riverside, CA., Brother in Law David Ott and sister in Law, Dana Bailey of Riverside, CA., Brothers in Law, Craig Gardunia, of Huntsville and Bob Bailey of Riverside, CA.
Darren taught for 27 years. The last 15 years he taught AP US History at Chaparral High School.
At the time of his death, he was Dept. Chair of Social Studies at Chaparral High School.
He was a truly great father, husband, son and brother. His students adored him. A candle light vigil will take place at Chaparral Stadium, Thursday June 27th at 7 p.m. and a Memorial will be held in the Chaparral Gym July 6th at 1:00 PM
He was preceded in death by his father, Lavern Thomas. In Lieu of Flowers, the Family requests donations be sent to the Thomas Children College Education Fund at www.youcaring.com/darren.thomas.memorialfund
Services are under the direction of England Family Mortuary of Temecula, CA. www.EnglandFamilyMortuary.com 951-695-8555
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Don Morse
July 3, 2013
The world was a much better place with Darren in it and he will be sorely missed by many. He was a good friend and I am sure he was an outstanding husband, father, son, uncle, and teacher. He was the type of person that left a lasting impression on the people that were in his life. He was funny, quick witted, and someone I admired and will always remember. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife, children, and extended family.
Debbie Brazil
July 1, 2013
Such a big loss to our family. Rest in peace .Darren you were always my baby to pack around and rock.I Love ,Deb Stover Brazil
July 1, 2013
May you Rest In Peace Darren. And may the lord grant your family and friends with comfort.
scott Hederer
June 27, 2013
I know you dont know me I went to school with Darren from hillcrest thru borah and have never forgot him and what a good person he was
Brad Johnson
June 27, 2013
So shocked to hear of Darren's passing at such a young age. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We'll miss you buddy. Your pledge brother and yours in -kai-,
Brad Johnson '83
Rick Martin
June 27, 2013
I am deeply saddened to hear of Darren's passing. He was a great guy and always brought laughter with him.
Tom Williams
June 27, 2013
Love you Brother, Condolences to your family, you will be missed.
June 27, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Darren was a wonderful man and will be missed by so many people. I am praying for your family during this tragic time. He was such a great friend to me during our younger years but especially when we were both freshman at U of I. I was so homesick and he was such a comfort to me. I am thankful that we were friends.
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