Donnie E. Thomas

Donnie Edward Thomas, 62, of Findlay, passed away surrounded by his loving family on October 22, 2017 at his residence. He was born in Findlay, Ohio on May 16, 1955 to the late Carl and Isabelle (Phillips) Thomas. On September 11, 2003, Donnie married Teresa VanAtta who survives in Findlay. Donnie proudly served his country in the US Army during 1972 - 1975 before being honorably discharged. He was a member of the DAV, Amvets and enjoyed the outdoors. Donnie's pride and joy was spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Donnie is survived by his children, Melanie (Tink) Duffman of Rawson, OH, Izzy Thomas, Alice (Adam) Walsh, Ammie Rickard, and Aaron (Annie) Henthorne all of Findlay, OH; 6 grandchildren, Madelyn, Katelyn, Addyson Duffman, Gracie Rickard, Kayden, and KK Henthorne; a brother, Ivan (Linda) Thomas of Findlay; and sisters, Pauline Tesnow, and Deb Colyer both of Findlay. He is also survived by his ex-wife, mother of Melanie, Debra Becker. Donnie was preceded in death by 8 brothers, Carl, Harold, David, Wayne, Bob, Rick, Steven (Mike), and Larry Thomas; 3 sisters, Myrtle Thomas, Jean VanDeneynde, and Shirley Davidson; and his grandson, Kyler Henthrone. Friends and family may visit on Friday, October 27, 2017 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500). A funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. on Friday at the conclusion of visitation with Pastor Mike VanDeneynde officiating. The Hancock Veterans Memorial Squad will perform full military rites. Memorial contributions in Donnie's name may be made to the family in c/o Hufford Family Funeral Home.