Edward George Thomas Jr.

March 23, 1944 - December 29, 2020

Edward George Thomas, Jr. of Farmington, MO passed away at his home with his loved ones at his side on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at the age of 76 years, 9 months, and 6 days. He was born March 23, 1944 to the late Edward George, Sr. and Imogene Shyrock Thomas. On May 24, 1964 Ed was united in marriage to Ann Collins Thomas who preceded him in rest on February 8, 2018. To this union, two children were born; John Thomas and wife Amy of Smithton, IL and Michaelee Price and husband Ron of Sommerville, TN both of whom survive. Also surviving are two grandchildren; Ashley Ann Price and Zachary Price, one sister Patye Webb and husband Terry of Farmington, MO, and many other loving family members and friends. Ed is preceded in rest by his parents, and a sister Mary Brewer. For many years Ed supported his family by working as both an electrical and mechanical engineer. In this profession he built Bombardier boat motors for Evinrude, and hot water heaters for the A.O. Smith Company. Before their passing, Ed and Ann both enjoyed being members of different theater clubs while living in North Carolina and Tennessee and would travel to many plays and shows. A Celebration of Life will be held for Ed on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 12:00 pm from the Cole Family Chapel. A Visitation period will be held for friends and family to pay their respect beginning at 11:00 am. Interment will follow the services in the Arcadia Valley Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or Serenity Hospice. Online condolences may be made at www.colefamilyfuneralhomes.com Due to Covid-19 cases rising in Iron County, masks are required for attendance and seating will be limited. Thank you for your understanding.