ARNOLD RAYMOND THOMAS
Arnold R. Thomas, 54, of Kingston, died unexpectedly Wednesday, September 24, 2008 in his home. He was born December 15, 1953 in Detroit to Kenneth E. and Arnoldina (Vander Kaay) Thomas.
Arnold was a self-employed mechanic for many years. He was an inventor and a dreamer, always thinking and trying to figure out how things worked and what he could build. He loved to tinker with things and could fix anything. Arnold had a generous heart and would reach out to people. He was a companion to the ill and elderly, to the disabled, the poor and those in need. He was a proud man, an independent man, and a devout Christian. He loved to talk about spiritual things. As a young man he was a Chaplain with the DeMolay organization. Arnold loved talking about the past and it’s simpler times and a proud mechanic before a computer was added to cars and other engines. He loved Kingston, his home and the 40 acres that surrounded it truly appreciating the nature that it held. He loved live music and appreciated musical talent. He had a great sense of humor. Arnold loved his children and was looking forward to meeting his new grandchildren.
Arnold is survived by his children: Stephanie (Ryan) Matthews, Brian Thomas; 3 grandchildren; brother, Kenneth E. Thomas II of Rio Vista, CA; sisters: Mary Ann Thomas of Charlotte, NC, Margaret �"Peggy” Thomas of Nine Mile Falls, WA, Jean (Bernie) Stephens of Treynor, IA; nieces and nephews: Tommy (Janet) Thomas, Steven Moore, Naomi Moore, Lydia Moore, Nathanael Moore. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ken and Dina Thomas; uncle, Bill Thomas and aunt, Frances Toutant.
Memorial service held 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 1, 2008 in Kranz Funeral Home Kingston with Rev. Rick Brown of Kingston United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Kingston Cemetery. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association Foundation or Humanity for Prisoners. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com.
Visitation: 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, October 1, 2008 in Kranz Funeral Home �- Kingston
Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Kingston, Michigan Debra L. Kranz (989) 872-2195
Arnold R. Thomas, 54, of Kingston, died unexpectedly Wednesday, September 24, 2008 in his home. He was born December 15, 1953 in Detroit to Kenneth E. and Arnoldina (Vander Kaay) Thomas.
Arnold was a self-employed mechanic for many years. He was an inventor and a dreamer, always thinking and trying to figure out how things worked and what he could build. He loved to tinker with things and could fix anything. Arnold had a generous heart and would reach out to people. He was a companion to the ill and elderly, to the disabled, the poor and those in need. He was a proud man, an independent man, and a devout Christian. He loved to talk about spiritual things. As a young man he was a Chaplain with the DeMolay organization. Arnold loved talking about the past and it’s simpler times and a proud mechanic before a computer was added to cars and other engines. He loved Kingston, his home and the 40 acres that surrounded it truly appreciating the nature that it held. He loved live music and appreciated musical talent. He had a great sense of humor. Arnold loved his children and was looking forward to meeting his new grandchildren.
Arnold is survived by his children: Stephanie (Ryan) Matthews, Brian Thomas; 3 grandchildren; brother, Kenneth E. Thomas II of Rio Vista, CA; sisters: Mary Ann Thomas of Charlotte, NC, Margaret �"Peggy” Thomas of Nine Mile Falls, WA, Jean (Bernie) Stephens of Treynor, IA; nieces and nephews: Tommy (Janet) Thomas, Steven Moore, Naomi Moore, Lydia Moore, Nathanael Moore. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ken and Dina Thomas; uncle, Bill Thomas and aunt, Frances Toutant.
Memorial service held 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 1, 2008 in Kranz Funeral Home Kingston with Rev. Rick Brown of Kingston United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Kingston Cemetery. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association Foundation or Humanity for Prisoners. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com.
Visitation: 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, October 1, 2008 in Kranz Funeral Home �- Kingston
Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Kingston, Michigan Debra L. Kranz (989) 872-2195
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