Tommy Glen Thomas
July 13, 2018
Tommy Glen Thomas, 80, passed away Friday, July 13, 2018, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Janice; daughter, Kelly (Tom) Roseberry; grandchildren, Heather (Ian) Lintner and Travis (Marisa) Roseberry; great-grandson, Finn Roseberry; and nieces and nephews on both sides of the family. Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Eva Thomas and his sister, Colleen McClaflin.
He was born in Centerville, Iowa on December 13, 1937. He attended Iowa State University and loved his job as an electrical engineer. He retired from Titan Tire. He enjoyed trains and hunting. Tommy had a great faith and trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. He loved to be in church.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, July 19, 2018, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 20, 2018, at Galilee Baptist Church, 2208 Des Moines Street, Des Moines, IA 50317. Burial will take place at Laurel Hill Cemetery after the funeral.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Galilee Baptist Church in loving memory of Tommy.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Benny Garner
08/02/2020
I visited the Desmoines Plant many times to repair their Z calendar Accuray System. Tommy was my contact and became my friend. I am very sorry for your lose. He was an upstanding and respected man that you could depend on.
Lisa Baker
07/20/2018
My dad (Gene Parrott) always spoke highly of Tommy. They worked together for many years. My prayers and sympathy to your family
MARY GUTIERREZ
07/18/2018
My condolences to the family. May GOD's word comfort you during this difficult time. Isaiah 26:19; Rev.21:4,5.
Pat Derry
07/17/2018
Kelly, Sorry for the loss of your dad. We are thinking about you.
Beth Davis
07/17/2018
Kelly, I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I know how close you were and what a wonderful part of your life he was. Thinking of you.
Denver
07/17/2018
Sorry for your loss, He was a good man and at the time a good friend . He will be missed.