Arthur F. Thomas, 83, of Ruskin, FL and formerly of Ft. Wayne, IN passed away on Friday, April 11, 2014 in his residence. He was born in Sullivan on May 18, 1930 to Arthur Thomas and Dorothy Ford Thomas. Arthur is survived by his wife of 62 years, Marjorie Harris Thomas, as well as two sons, James Thomas & wife Patty, and John Thomas & wife Michelle. Also surviving are four grandchildren; Trish Thomas Kirtlin & husband Aaron, Jeb Thomas & wife Ashley, Eric Thomas & wife Becca, and Chelsie Thomas Frelin & husband Jake. Other survivors include four great grandchildren; Ryder Frelin, Breckyn Frelin, Branden Kirtlin, and Blake Kirtlin, and several nieces and nephews. Arthur was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Mary Harris. He was a member of the Ft. Wayne Christian Church, a 62 year member of the Sprinkler Fitters Local # 669, and the Rome City American Legion # 381. Funeral Services will be held in DeBaun Springhill Chapel on Saturday, April 19, 2014 at 10:00 AM, with Rev. Don Ransford officiating. Burial will follow in Pogue Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled for Friday, April 18, 2014 from 4:00 -8:00 PM in DeBaun Springhill Chapel. Military Graveside rites will be performed by the Sullivan American Legion. For those who so desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital or charity of choice, in his memory.
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