Robert William Thomas Sr.

Robert William Thomas Sr. obituary

Robert William Thomas Sr.

Robert Thomas Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Crown Hill Funeral Home and Cremation Services - Twinsburg on Sep. 10, 2025.

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Robert William Thomas, Sr., 82, of North Ridgeville, Ohio passed peacefully on July 13, 2025. He was born in Lakewood, Ohio on November 16, 1942, to his father, the late Robert Johnson, and his mother Jean Thomas (nee Zabriskie). Robert was preceded in death by his parents; his stepfather, George Thomas; and his son, Scott Thomas.

Robert will be dearly missed by his family. Beloved husband of 55 years of Kathy Thomas; loving father of Donna (Gene) Gray, Rob Thomas, and Brad (Melissa) Thomas; cherished grandfather of Scott Wulff, Eric Brannigan, Dwight Langford, and Heather Weaver (Jam Torres); dear brother of Debra (Mike) Hagan; dear cousin of Barb & Janet; and a host of extended family and dear friends.

Robert was an Army Veteran and very proud to have served his country. He loved camping and traveling with his family, was big into photography, and loved his 1999 Cadillac.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Crown Hill Cemetery, 8592 Darrow Road, Twinsburg, Ohio 44087.

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