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Richard Thomas Obituary
Richard served in the United States Navy from 1963 to 1967. He served on the aircraft carrier the U.S.S. Enterprise in Norfolk, Virgina. Richard worked at Armstong in West Haven, CT and Easter Seals/Goodwill in New Haven, CT until his retirement. He was a respected member for many years at the City Point Yacht Club in West Haven, CT, known as 'Mush' for his pure and loving heart. He was also an avid fisherman & seaman; loving the brisk waters at dawn, a love of the ocean he shared with his children-teaching them and bonding regularly while fishing, tending to his boat during his free time.
Richard was preceded in death by his beloved wife Linda Thomas, his beloved wife Glaida Thomas, his son Nicholas Thomas, his parents David and Getrude, and his brothers David Thomas Jr and William Thomas.
He is survived by his children Danielle Thomas Morrison, Robert Morrison Jr, Richard (Gina) Thomas Jr, Tammy Thomas, Tonya Thomas, and Michael Thomas Sr (Karen Dagliri), his grandchildren Robert Morrison III, Richard A Thomas III, Brandon Thomas, Joseph Pacelli, Amare' Thomas, Jianni Thomas, Michael Thomas Jr, Victoria Thomas, Mya Thomas, and his great granddaughter Rosalie Thomas as well as many friends and family.
There will be a funeral service conducted on Monday March 10th, 2025, at 11am at Holy Infant Church in Orange, CT. Family and friends are asked to join us at church to celebrate the life of Richard. His ashes will be buried at sea in a private family ceremony. Richard will be dearly missed by the many friends and family who loved him.
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Memorial Mass
Monday
March 10, 2025
11:00 AM
Holy Infant Church
450 Racebrook Road
Orange, CT 06477 To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Richard, please visit our Tree Store.
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