Henry D Thomas

Henry Derrick Thomas, 79, of Kimball Township died Friday, June 27, 2014.

He was born April 26, 1935 in Port Huron to the late Benjamin and Clara Thomas. He married Juliana Gail Cwikowski on January 29, 1955 in St. Stephen Catholic Church, Port Huron.

Henry retired from the City of Port Huron after 36 years of service. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He had a love for birds, including doves, pigeons, chickens and other wild birds. Henry had a very special bond with his great grandchildren. It was his desire that for those who knew and loved him to celebrate his life and not mourn his death.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Juliana; son, Henry (Linda) Thomas Jr.; daughter, Kristina (Larry) Mitchell; seven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; a brother, Larry (Joyce) Thomas; and a sister-in-law, Marion Thomas. He was preceded in death by his son, Tommy; sister, Alma; brothers, Ben, David, Wayne and five infant brothers.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Blue Water Hospice or the National Kidney Foundation. Arrangements are by Pollock-Randall Funeral Home.