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Jim Carroll
March 16, 2025
Talked with Skip son in Vegas we both talked about Skip remembering sto try it’s talking about Skip I told Skips son when he comes back to kc get hold of me let’s go get some SLAPS BBQ and celebrate Skips life, Skip miss you my friend, oh yeah Colleen got married, Colleen my daughters loved Skip, miss you Jim Phil 4:14
Jim Carroll Jr
January 21, 2016
i was a Paul barrier for my friend Skip, at the dinner after the funeral, i had a lot of Skip's friends saying hi Jim, how you doing, i said, how do you all know my name, they said Skip always talked about his best friend being a white boy, and you are the only white boy here, and was a Poaul barrier, so you must be Jim, i said you got me there, i just laughed, Skip and my nickname was Salt and Pepper, miss you my friend Jimbo Phil 4:13 GO RAIDERS
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Lil Skip Thomas
February 9, 2013
Happy birthday dad. Still think about you everyday and know you have been praying and watching over me. I know it's been taking me a while but I am starting to get it together and I know thats better than any gift I could have gave you. Keep watching me its only going to get better thanks for all you have taught me in life for me to become the man I am coming.
Your son Lil Skip
Jimbo
February 7, 2013
to my friend HAPPY BIRTHDAY hard believe going on two years, Brandon, "lil Skip" now we are going out to breakfast Sunday in honor of you, than off to church, as always not a day goes by i think of you and what you done for me in my life, miss you my friend Jim carroll Phil 4:13
How you can show support
February 5, 2013
To my friend and knight in shining armour. Thanks for watching over me while I worked at your Dad's restaurant in KCKS. I will always remember your smile, your kind heart, and your stubbornest. I pray that heaven welcomed you home with open arms. Always Charalesa M. Hill-Campbell
Kelly Ogden
January 9, 2013
I am soo sorry to hear of Skip's passing. While in Oakland, him and my dad (Jerry Ogden) were really good friends! I wish I would have known sooner. My sincere condolences go out to his children and family. RIP my friend
Jim Carroll Jr
December 15, 2012
RAIDERS chief weekend in Oakland, battlimng for best pick in draft and staaying out last place, Skip you are still teaching, i did a radio show of are friendship and if anyone wants to hear it go to loshmanradio,podomatic,com sec 14.3 hit play, Skip as i said miss you still teaching, GO RAIDERS, send replies to [email protected] pass it on to anyone, friendship and GODS answer prayers, miss you your frien JIMBO
Kirby Heyward
June 19, 2012
I'm shocked to hear that my favorite football player of all time has passed . But loved reading he was saved by the blood of Jesus . Skip you were the most exciting football player to me . R.I.P.
JIMBO
March 16, 2012
Colleen and I talk about you all the time, I remind her what you talk to her about sports, and life, give it your all and leave it on the field, you are still a part of are lives, we remember who you were and still use you in the teaching of GODS word and events, your legacy lives in more ways then one, miss you my friend
Lil Skip Thomas
February 7, 2012
Happy Bday dad you are truly missed each day and not a day goes by that you dont cross my mind.
Greig & Catherine Tatum
October 9, 2011
Was truly shocked to hear of the passing of Skip Thomas. I met Skip at the funeral of my uncle Jack Tatum. He was truly an amazing person. I was honored to have met him, me and my husband. I pray that God will comfort the family and friends. Our prayers go out to his family.
Jamil Jerman
August 22, 2011
To Mr. Thomas a legacy and pillar in the community. U were like a father figure to me I appreciate all the advice and life lessons you taught me. You will be sincerely missed and never forgotten. You were someone I could look up to and be proud I knew you. Through me and Brandon you will LIVE ON!
Keith Graham
August 21, 2011
Thank you for teaching me how to play DB the right way,the silver and black way. If it had not been for you helping me in 78 when you came back to western, I would have never made it to the league.
Way God keep your family. Rest in peace Doc!
Brandon Thomas
August 20, 2011
I can't believe that you are gone dad. You where more than a dad to me you where my best friend I could call and talk to u about things I would never think to tell my mom. It's get harder each day knowing u are gone but I know you are in a better place and not hurting anymore and I know u and Jack are together again looking down at me and I won't dissapoint u. I got my first tatoo I know u would kill me but u are with me always. I love u and miss u dad your son LIL Skip 26 Brandon
Donald Crumley
August 8, 2011
Our Prayers & Thoughts go out from our family to Yours. Skip You were and always will hold a special Place in my Heart. I Played slow pitch softball with Skip Thomas in KCK back in the 80's. You will forever be remembered in our Hearts and Minds. Thank you for all you shared with so many. Just a " Good Simple " GUY who cared for Life and Others.....
Jim Carroll
August 4, 2011
to my friend, thanks for being part of my families life, teaching my daughter about sports eddicut (MS), being my Supervsior at the Detention Unit, just being there when i needed someone to talk with, are you needed to talk to, thanks for not judging me when i became a beliver in My Saviour Jesus Christ, and you asking me can i go to church with you, that was answered prayer, and when we prayed, Mother Day of 2011 and you said I want what you have, I said all i have is the acceptance of a free gift of internal life, we prayed and you accepted, the free gift of life from God are Savior, my family and I love you Skip, SILVER AND BALCK all the way, your friend Jim Carroll
August 3, 2011
To the Thomas Family,
My wife Becky and I attended Arizona Western College in Yuma, Arizona when Skip played footbal there for Ray Butcher.I played baseball there and Skip was just a down right nice guy and an awesome football player and basketball player. He is no doubt now in Heaven's Hall of Fame. Please accept our condolences and may you find comfort in all the fond memories you all have of Skip.
May God Bless,
Kenny and Becky Morris
Roswell, New Mexico
July 31, 2011
To the family of "Skip" Thomas you have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. Iknow he will be missed but never forgotten.Prayers goes to the family.
Jessie Guess-Ambler
Rev. Charles W. Ambler
Leon Lang
July 31, 2011
Skip Thomas (AKA Dr. Death). I didn't know you personally, but was an admirer of you for your superior athletic talents from Wyandotte HS to the Oakland Raiders. God bless you my brother and may you rest in God's perfect peace. Your legacy is secure.
tim richardson
July 30, 2011
Skip,
You're at peace now and with God who loved you from the very beginning. I will always remember you and Pierre (Russell) as two of the outstanding young men who followed us at Wyandotte ('63).
May God continue to bless your family and loved ones. (Alonzo, sr. you've always been a friend)I'm a KC Chiefs fan but I loved and respected you man.
Tim Richardson
Action Reporter
July 30, 2011
"Rest in Peace, Alonzo Thomas III ! May the Fire in your Heart continue to burn brightly in the Hearts and Souls of your children for generations to come! " J. June (Oakland. California)
Juanita Evans
July 29, 2011
My Heart goes out to the Thomas Family,I am praying for u all. God will give u the help and comfort u need,remember the days and the time u had to spend with him. Skip was a great man. Much Love.
July 28, 2011
Skip was a long time friend from childhood to adult and he never forgot where he came from. He loved his family and friends in the Higginsville Community as well as other cities & communities in Kansas & Missouri. He'll surely be missed. Please accept our condolences.... Arron B. Haynes, cousins, friends & neighbors of Higginsville, MO.
Tara Orozco
July 27, 2011
Skip - you were our real-life superhero. Our family misses you and we are thankful for the time we were able to spend with you. Thank you for just being you - it won't be the same without you coming to visit. Keep an eye out on Weaver - those of us left here on earth with him know these have been some of the roughest days we've seen. We will miss you!!!
Haskell Heath
July 26, 2011
My heart felt sympathy goes out to Barbara and the family. I first met Skip while he was at AWC in Yuma, Az. He was a student in some of my Mothers classes and visited our home on many ocasions. He was quite the character and an exceptional athlete. I never felt he thought he was better than anyone else. He just quitely went about his business. If you were on the football field, you better know where he was however! Who knows how long he could of played had he not got permantly injured in practice.
RIP "Skip", you will forever be in our hearts until we meet again.
Glenda Hudson
July 26, 2011
Skip was a friend of our family. He was a teammate of my husband, Robert Hudson,Oaklnd Raiders, and they were best friends. He will be missed. I'm praying for the Thomas Family. Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted. RIP SKIP.
jim golinsky
July 26, 2011
As an ex-teamate, I never saw a more natural athelete. RIP Skip!
Sharon Paulk
July 26, 2011
Rest in Peace Dr. Death,You are what the true Raiders were all about.As a die-hart Raider fan my deepest sympathy goes out to your family.AS President of Raider-Nation Miami, FL take your rest. Sharon LADYSHA Paulk
LaMont Houston
July 26, 2011
AS A TRUE RAIDER FAN AND AS AFRICAN AMERICAN MALE I JUST WANT TO SAY THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU HAVE DONE EVERYTHING YOU HAVE BEEN AND YOUR LEGACY AS A OAKLAND RAIDER WILL LIVE ONE REST IN PEACE MY DEAR BROTHER REST IN PEACE
Lee Phillips
July 26, 2011
Skip was my friend and good guy, I would visit him at his place when he was living in Alameda. My blessings go to the family and all his friends. R.I.P from Lee "The Flea" Phillips
R Newsom
July 26, 2011
My daughter and I would always meet with Skip when the Raiders were in town in Kansas City at the hotel. He was proud to be a Raider and was always ready with a story or two. R.I.P.
R. Newsom (Kansas City, MO)
tina tannahill
July 25, 2011
To the family of Alonzo 'Skip' Thomas. May God hold you at your time of loss.
Tina Tannahill
Raymond Davis
July 25, 2011
He was a co-worker and a very good friend and will miss him,rest in peace my brother
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