Mike Thomas

Mike Thomas

Mike Thomas Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home - Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel on Sep. 9, 2024.

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Michael L. Thomas, age 78, of Sunrise Beach, formerly of Camden Point, departed this life on September 7, 2024. He was a loving family man and did not know a stranger.
He was a very proud Naval Air veteran who always said it was his honor to serve. He was a fifty-year Mason and a Past Master of Camden Point Lodge #120. He was also an avid motorcycle enthusiast who just loved life.
His challenges with vision did not impact his love of life, only allowing him a deeper vision.
He leaves behind a wife, Suzanne of fifty-six years; son Scott and wife Mary; daughter Shelly; brother Larry; extended family and so many special friends.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 21st, at 11:00 a.m., at the West Wing Meeting Room, 125 Oddo Dr., Sunrise Beach, MO 65079. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Compassus or your favorite charity would be appreciated.
Expressions of sympathy may be left online at www.kidwellgarber.com. Cremation arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel.

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