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Carl Thomas Obituary
Carl Thomas, age 83, passed away at the Legacy Nursing Home on July 19, 2013. He was born in Scandia, Kan., on October 29, 1929, to Catherine (Simmons) and Elmer Thomas.
Carl resided in Ventura, Calif., from 1949 to 1979, where he ranched in the area until his retirement. Together with his wife, Patty, they moved to Bon Carbo, Colo., where he resided for 34 years until his passing.
He was a cowboy who liked to participate in rodeo roping's. He was the Tri County Roping champion for several years. During this time, he met several famous country and movie stars.
Preceding him in death are parents, Kate and Elmer; wife, Patty; son, Roger; grandson, Jon; and mother-in-law, Margaret Thomas.
Survivors are son, Dennis (Sharon) Thomas of Littlerock, Ark.; daughter, Carla (Clint) Hargis of Bon Carbo, Colo.; daughter-in-law, Marge Doherty of Cokedale, Colo.; sister-in-law, LaVonne Thomas of Kansas; grandchildren, Jeanne (Kayne) Smith, Amanda Thomas, Kim (Tom) Kosovich, Patricia (Steve) Latuda, Thomas (Nicole) Shannon; eight great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, and other relatives and friends.
Interment with graveside services were held Thursday, July 25, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Cemetery, Republic Kansas.
Arrangements made under the direction of the Comi Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carl Thomas
Judy Carpenter
August 5, 2013
Carla & Dennis,
I have many fond memories of your Dad. He always had a kind word for everyone. I treasure the time spent with the family in Somis. May your memories help you through this difficult time.
Blessing to you & the family,
Judy (Foster) Carpenter
August 1, 2013
Dennis and Carla, sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Its been long ago since we've talked and I hadn't heard about your Mom or Roger. I remember the old days in Somis and I always liked your family. I still can remember a white duck your Dad gave me when I was a pup that I kept at my Grandmother and Grandpa's house up on the ranch they farmed in Somis. I can't ever remember not knowing your family,from playing Liddle League to football in High School with Roger. I'm sorry you've lost them and you have my most sincere sympathy, I hope life shines on you and yours, Your old friend from Somis, P.J. Pellerino, Lakeside, Arizona
JOE AND MARY ALVARA
July 31, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
July 30, 2013
I remember Mr Thomas and his family, I went to school with Carla. He was a kind man and a good father. His family and mine would attend the Pleasant Valley Riders and Ropers horse shows. Fun time. my deepest sympthathy to all the family Liz Cardiel
Pat Carlson
July 30, 2013
Farewell long ago friend of many years with business and roping times. Godspeed on your new journey.
W. Loy Frisk Simmons
July 30, 2013
Blessings to you Carl. I'm sure your reunion with your loved ones and our Lord was wonderful. Was great seeing you & Patty in 1977. Sure have some good memories of you and yours. Sweet peace to you.
July 30, 2013
So Sorry for the lose of Carl, remember him from Adohr were He work for my father. He was always a class guy and set an example for all of us there growing up..
John Frisk
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