1934
2017
178 Winter Street
Fall River, Massachusetts
Edward C. Thomas, age 82 of Somerset, passed away Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of the late Joan D. (Jalbert) Thomas.
Born in Fall River, a son of the late Joseph and Mary (Pimentel) Thomas, he was a lifelong area resident. Edward attended school in Fall River, was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp, attaining the rank of Corporal and served during the Korean Conflict. He loved his family, was an avid sports fan and a proud member of the Laborers Union, local 610. "Mr Thomas loved holidays with family, never forgetting an anniversary or birthday. His Halloween and Christmas displays were famous and people would drive for miles to view them. It gave him great joy to make people happy in this small way. His family will carry on his tradition in tribute to his spirit.
He is survived by two daughters, Nancy J. Thomas of Somerset and Sandra A. Jacyssin and her husband David Tinkham of FL; one sister, Rita Thomas Nascimento of Fall River; four grandchildren, Jason Thomas and his wife Tara Santos, Timothy Alexander, Holly Blade and Sarah Broadbent; eight great grandchildren, Jace Thomas, Aryana Alexander, Lily Grace Thomas, Timothy Jacob Alexander, Jr, Dakota Olko and Nova Broadbent. He was the brother of the late, Daniel, George and Raymond Thomas; and the late Jinoveva Moniz Thomas.
Arrangements are in the care of Waring-Sullivan Home at Cherry Place, 178 Winter Street, Fall River, MA 02720. Burial private. For tributes and online registration: www.waring-sullivan.com
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April 13, 2019
Tara Thomas
Vou you are missed every time I pull up to your house every birthday and holiday as well. You meant so much to our family you held us all together. You helped everyone in any way you could you were a stand up guy who basically fathered Jason and you did an amazing job because now he follows in your footsteps. He takes care of his family and he is also a stand up guy. I appreciate all the years I had with you and will always remember. PS Nancy is doing a great job holding our little family together we spend all holidays with each other still thanks to her. Love and miss you always. Tara
April 24, 2017
Carolyn xoxo
I am grateful that I was lucky enough to have had this gentleman in my life. He always had a way of making me feel welcome and special. I will truly, truly miss him.
April 23, 2017
Tara and lily Thomas
To my vou i love you so much. You really held our little family together. Holidays will never be the same without you. You spoiled each of us in your own different special ways. Especially the grandbabies. You have a family who loves you so much and your memory will always be with us all. I thank and appreciate everything you have ever done for all of us but especially for taking the role of being jasons main role model in life. He has become a man im sure that will follow in you footsteps. I dont know what we'll do without you. Miss you always xoxo
April 23, 2017
Jason Thomas
We were so lucky to have you in our lives for so many years and im going to miss you forever.You are the greatest man I've ever known you taught me how to be a man and how to raise a family and we're so proud to be part of your family. Im so sorry your gone i love you so much vou R.IP
April 21, 2017
Donna Ferreira
My thoughts and prayers go out to you Nancy and your family during this difficult time.
April 21, 2017
Tracy Tavares
My deepest condolences to you and your family. May he Rest In Peace.
April 21, 2017
Niall & Sandy O'Donnell
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
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