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Roy Thomas Obituary

Roy E. Thomas Roy was born in Seattle, WA, July 22, 1927. He passed away peacefully in Tacoma, WA on May 1, 2006. Roy is survived by his wife of 58 years, Grace, 4 children: Linda (Tony Graziani) Bertch, Diane (Steve) Stusser, Robert L. Thomas and David (Nicole) Thomas; 16 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers and 4 sisters. Roy was a member of Shepherd of The Hill Presbyterian Church, Shelton Elks Lodge, Harvest Gate, Sam's RV Club, WW II Veteran of the Merchant Marines and a meat supervisor at Johnny's Food Centers. Burial will be at Tahoma National Cemetery with a memorial service Thursday, May 4, 2006 at 1:00 pm at Shepherd of the Hill Presbyterian, 8401 112th St. E., Puyallup, WA. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Franciscan Hospice, P.O. Box 1502 Tacoma,WA 98401-9836 or Deacons Fund at Shepherd of the Hill Church. Arrangements by Powers Funeral Home 845-0536

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on May 4, 2006.

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Ron & Arleen Herbert

May 4, 2006

Dear Grace: We are saddened to hear of Roy's passing. We pray for God's peace and comfort to be with you and your family during this difficult time of transition.

Annette Rojas (Deccio)

May 4, 2006

I am the other twin, Annette, grandaughter of Marguerite Oakley (Thomas), Daughter of Peggy Deccio (Oakley). My Prayers are with the whole family, That you will find comfort in the many memories of times shared. I'm sure my mother was at the gates along with many other loved ones to welcome Uncle Roy and to escort him in to his "home" with God.

God Bless You!

Kim Harder

May 4, 2006

Thanks for all of the memories, Grandpa!We had a lot of great times together...the canal, Johnny`s,camping,holidays...they just won`t be the same without you!You`re the best Grandpa ever!!!! Love you always, Kim

Anita McNairy (Deccio)

May 4, 2006

I haven't seen Great Uncle Roy for a very long time. I am Uncle Roy's sister Marguerite's grandaughter (one of the twins). We used to see him at the Johnnys store all the time as kids. We have had some losses in our family recently, and I pray for comfort for everyone.

Darla Graham

May 3, 2006

We have so many wonderful memories of grandpa: fishing on Hood Canal; jumping off the dock; vacations at Sun Lakes; your quiet disposition and easy smile; your unconditional love and generosity...

We will cherish these memories and many more forever! We love you!

Brad, Darla, Matthew and Christopher

Debra McGehee

May 3, 2006

Grandpa you will be in our thoughts always! We will miss you.

Love,

Dwayne, Deb & Nicole

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