Ronald Dempsy Thomas of Laurel, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2020.
Mr. Thomas was employed at different jobs for 33 years. He was a Green Beret in the 20th Special Forces for eight years and, all together in the National Guard for 22 years where he retired and received the Meritorious award. He was also an under graduate at USM, had a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice, and was a published poet.
Mr. Thomas was born in Tacoma, Washington on February 19, 1949, to Jack and Vera Thomas.
He is survived by his wife, Karen Ann Thomas and son, John D. Thomas of Laurel, MS; one sister, Anita Walters (Don) of Heidelberg, a nephew, James Kittrel of Soso; and two nieces, Shannon Hall of Laurel and Vanessa Kittrel of Los Angeles, CA.
A graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2020, at Lawn Haven Cemetery in Laurel, MS.
Due to the Covid 19 pandemic, please wear a face mask and practice social distancing.
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