Kenneth R. Thomas, age 72, of Hillsboro, passed away Thursday, May 3, 2007 at his home. He was born January 23, 1935 in Dayton, the son of the late Alva and Bertha (Hubbard) Thomas. He was a very active member of the Hillsboro Church of God, served on the Pastor’s Council, and greatly appreciated his mentor and close friend Rev. John Maggard. On December 10, 1967, in Dayton, Ohio, he married his wife of thirty-nine years, Phyllis (Borst) Thomas, who survives. He is also survived by seven children, Debbie and her husband Mike Zink of Dayton, Diane and her husband Tom Hufford of Tulsa, OK, Kenneth R. Jr. and his wife Joy Thomas of Beavercreek, David and his wife RayeAnn Thomas of Lexington, KY, Lana Mitchener of Santa Fe, NM, Anita and her husband Larry Linne of Waynesville, Marty and his wife Crystal Mitchener of Wilmington, fourteen grandchildren, two great grandchildren, two brothers, Harold (Patty) Thomas of Bellbrook, Alva (Barbara) Thomas, Jr., of Oakwood, special friend and neighbor Casey Collins of Hillsboro, as well as cherished pets and all God’s creations. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Joanne McCoy. Kenny retired in 1999 from Harrison Radiator in Moraine City. Funeral services for Mr. Thomas will be held 4:00 p.m. Sunday, May 6, 2007 at the Hillsboro Church of God. Rev. John Maggard will officiate. Burial will follow in the Prospect Cemetery. Friends may call from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the service at the church on Sunday. For more information or to send condolences to the family, please visit www.turnerfuneralhomes.cc.
Phyllis and Family, Sincere sympathy extended to you at this very difficult time. Ken was a fine person and will surely be missed by all of you. We will be lifting you up in our prayers. With our love.
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Dear Phyllis, I am sorry for your suffering, words are so cheap when your "oneness" is torn to half. This life is a constant journey calling us home to our Father. I believe He allows the death of our dearest loved ones to be just another tug at our hearts to head home. In the midst of the darkest valley our Lord reveals Himself in a mighty way which will change our lives forever. I appreciated so much Kenny, though I wasn't around him often, he had such a sweet spirit. I remember when I was 25 & pregnant my car broke down, and he happened upon me. I was so discouraged and he hugged me and told me it was good to see me, it really lightened my load. I always respected Kenny greatly. I appreciated your card when my Candace with home to the Lord. Hold on Phyllis to the Lord for only He will see you through this grievous time. In Christ Alone, Diane Isaiah 57:1