Harold M. Thomas
February 15, 2012
Harold Marvin Thomas, 88, died Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at Iowa Methodist Hospital.
Harold was born September 28, 1923 to Raymond and Edna Thomas. He farmed with his family for many years and then worked at Parsons & Koehring Mfg in Newton. He retired from Midwest Mfg. in Kellogg in 1986. During this time, Harold mowed part-time for many years for many people. It was with this extra income that he and his wife, Susie, were able to spend many wonderful days at the Knoxville Raceway.
Harold was an active member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church and belonged to the Men’s Club. He was an avid Hawkeye fan and enjoyed watching sports, especially car racing and professional wrestling.
Harold is survived by his daughter, Carol Thomas; sisters, Helen Garbe, Coleen (Ron) Henderson, Beverly Iske, and Sharon (Jack) Starmer; brother, Melvin (Rose) Thomas; and many other loving family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Susie Thomas in 2007; granddaughter, Danielle Rae Thomas; sisters, Dorothy Brashear and Wilma Wright; and brother, Howard Thomas.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 18, 2012 at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 3600 75th Street, Urbandale. Burial will occur at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Newton Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church.
Memorial contributions may be given to Aldersgate United Methodist Church.
Online condolences may be given at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Marvin Thomas
02/17/2012
Carol,
So sorry to hear of your father's passing. I will always remember his
laugh and so enjoyed my time with him, usually joking around with much
laughter. My last time seeing him so reminded me of my dad and Grandpa
that I was nearly moved to tears.
My prayers and love are with you.
Cousin Marvin
Nancy L. Nikkel
02/17/2012
Carol Sue,
So very sorry to hear your has dad passed away. He was a great person and a wonderful dad to you. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. He is now up in heaven with your mom & granddaughter. Love Ya..
Barbara Walker Botts
02/17/2012
Susie -
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father.
Glad I got to share some meals with you & your folks
at the DeReus reunions.
May God bless you with His comfort & peace.
Cousin Barb
Barbara Walker Botts
02/17/2012
Carol -
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father.
Glad I got to share some meals with you & your folks
at the DeReus reunions.
May God bless you with His comfort & peace.
Cousin Barb