Peter C. Thomas

1956 - 2023

Peter C. Thomas
September 21, 1956 - June 13, 2023
Peter C. Thomas, a 40-year resident of Cotati, passed away June 13, 2023, at the age of 66, after a long battle with multiple sclerosis.

Pete was born September 21, 1956, to Patricia and Mac Thomas in Middletown, NY. The family moved west in 1965 and lived in Folsom, CA for a number of years before settling in Santa Rosa in 1972. He was a graduate of Santa Rosa High School, class of 1975.

In his early career, Pete worked as a retail clerk and then was a journeyman painter until 1987 when he was diagnosed with MS. Undaunted by the diagnosis, he became an active volunteer at both his children's school and the community for a number of years. One could say he truly "never met a stranger" and had numerous friends. He also had a lifelong love of cars.

Pete is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Pat Whitford; and his cousin Harold Thomas. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Kathleen "Katy" and his children, Erin Pileggi (Andrew) of Petaluma, and Christopher Thomas (Jenna), also of Petaluma; as well as his brother, Mark Thomas (Jeannie) of Windsor; his cousin Frances Thomas of South Carolina. He is also survived by three grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the wonderful caregivers at Family House in Rohnert Park, the nursing staff with Sutter Care at Home, and Providence Hospice of Petaluma.

Donations in Pete's memory can be made to the National MS Society (nationalmssociety.org). A celebration of Pete's life is planned for a later date.