Keith Vernon Thomas

Keith Thomas Obituary

Keith Vernon Thomas

CottoNwood, CA

Keith Vernon Thomas, 53, of Cottonwood was taken from us on Thursday 7/2/15. Keith was born on December 15th, 1961 to Vernon and Julia Thomas, the youngest of three sons. He graduated from Anderson High School in 1980. Keith married his childhood sweetheart, Sandra Currier Thomas, in 1981. They welcomed their first daughter, Kimberlee Anne in 1986 and Lindsey Nicole in 1999.

Keith was a master wood-craftsman loved hunting, fishing and anything outdoors.

Those who knew Keith would say he was very generous and was always there for the people he loved. Above all else, Keith's greatest joy in life were his daughters and granddaughters.

He is survived by his loving wife Sandra, daughter Lindsey, grand-daughters Jasmine and Liberty, and brothers' Lyle and Tim.

A Celebration of Life is to be held for Keith and daughter Kimberlee at Allen and Dahl on Sunday, 7/12/15 in Palo Cedro at 11am. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to help support his daughter and grand-daughters at www.gofundme.com/kimandkeith or the Thomas Memorial Fund at Tri Counties Bank.

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Published by Redding Record Searchlight on Jul. 10, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Keith Thomas

15 Entries

Debarh O'Reilly

August 8, 2015

Keith,
You are the true meaning of a perfect husband, dad and grandfather. I have many memories of gold panning to hunting at 4am to learning to shoot a gun, to growing up and you moving me to my first apartment to making sure we had a truck when we had nothing. You truly are perfect Keith and it shows in your entire family. I will always cherish the memories and continue to make more memories with Sandi, Lyndsey, Jasmine and Liberty. I love you.

Deserae Lynn

August 6, 2015

You and sandi were my second parents growing up. Thank you for letting me come over ALL the time. I always thought you had the most gentle and sweet spirit, so kind and loving. I have always thought your projects were awesome and it has inspired me to make my backyard into a little oasis, I loved your rock walls! You will be greatly missed, thank you so much for my wonderful memories.

Parry Salsi

August 6, 2015

Years ago you taught me the proper way to fish...you know what I'm talking about. It seemed like yesterday when we were out "scouting " for deer and rattlesnake hunting. The world lost a true craftsman when you were taken. Till we meet again my brother.

Marre

August 4, 2015

Doesn't matter how old I get, you will always be my "Uncle Keith." You made an impact on so many lives just by being you. Your quiet but consistent presence is missed by more people than you could probably imagine, but especially by your girls.

I love you, Uncle Keith.

Sandi

July 27, 2015

I'm finding it hard to believe and accept that you won't be here with us. Lindsey and I miss you so very much. I will always love you.

Dustin Salsi

July 22, 2015

Keith, I still tell the fishing stories about you, dad and I at Grace Lake! No one believes em! But I know and will never forget!

Kory

July 22, 2015

Although my memories of Keith are from my childhood, they are all fond memories. Racing to the rescue, from Kim slipping and falling and him being right there to sweep her up to comfort and protect her, to teasing us little girls, seeing how gullible we could be :)
He left this world doing the greatest thing a Daddy could do for his sweet girl, trying to save her life. We love you Keith, and you will forever be a hero.

Sandi

July 22, 2015

I've loved you for as long as I can remember, and you will always be my "Endless Love". Thank you for being such a wonderful husband and father and grandpa. My life will never be the same without you. Take care of our girl. Til we meet again. All my love.

Carol Germano

July 12, 2015

Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

L Collins

July 11, 2015

Keith was my childhood next door neighbor, and I this is how I know that he and Sandi were childhood--not high school, but CHILDHOOD--sweethearts. That kind of enduring love is virtually unheard of. I can't begin to imagine the depth of Sandi's feelings of loss. My deepest condolences to Sandi and to Keith's and his daughter's other loved ones. What a senseless, unspeakable tragedy.

Sherry Tolen

July 11, 2015

I am a close friend of his cousin, Steve, and I met Keith a couple years back. He made a beautiful wooden toy box for my youngest son that he will keep forever. He was a very gentle, warm hearted man. Thank you, Keith, for your generosity and selflessness. Rest in peace...Im so sorry to everyone this has affected. :(

lynn Gibson

July 10, 2015

Sandy, I cannot imagine your grief at losing your best friend and husband. My prayers are with you. I lit a candle today in Virginia City, Nevada at the very old Catholic Church there in memory of your lost loved ones.

Mike & Deanna McFarland

July 10, 2015

Our deepest condolences, we remember Keith from school & the drive inn Keith was quiet, kind, helpful & loving. Keith & Sandra both wonerful people, Sandra our hearts & prayers go out to you & family

Wendy Garside

July 10, 2015

Keith was a great person. He died protecting his daughter and wouldnt have done it any other way. He loved his family very much. He will be greatly missed forever.

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