Reginald Thomas

1938 - 2017

BORN

1938

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

A.A. Rayner & Sons Modern Funeral Service - Chicago

318 East 71st Street

Chicago, Illinois

Reginald Thomas Obituary

Thomas, Reginald A. March 27, 1938 - August 14, 2017 Reginald Thomas was born to Reginald Thomas Sr. and Camille Thomas (nee Zimmerman). Graduate of Holy Angels Grammar School and Corpus Christi High School. Worked at Michael Resse Hospital and UCLA Medical Center for twenty years. Owner and operator of a restaurant in Sherman Oaks, California named "CAMILLE'S" after his mother. He leaves two relatives, mother, Camille Williams; and cousin, Robert Zimmerman and a host of friends to mourn him. Wake and Prepast 10:00 a.m. Funeral Mass 11:00 a.m. at St. Ailbe Catholic Church, 9015 S. Harper, Chicago, IL on Wednesday, August 30, 2017. Interment Washington Memory Gardens, 701 Ridge Road, Homewood, IL. A. A. Rayner & Sons Funeral Home 773-846-6133.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 27, 2017.
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We miss you dearly, Reggie
Karin & Ilker Aslan

Ilker Aslan

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August 20, 2023

We think of you often , Reggie .
Think of your generosity , kindness , and the years we worked together . Luv ya !

Maggie Sutcliffe

Friend

August 19, 2022

We miss you greatly, Reggie, and we cherish our memories in Switzerland

Ilker & Karin Schnyder Aslan

Family

August 19, 2022

Ilker & Karin Aslan

October 11, 2017

Maggie Sutcliffe

August 29, 2017

Rocco and I rented Reggie's condo in Florida for our winter getaways. We had never met him at the time that we rented but neighbors told us what a great person he was. When we finally moved into our new home in Florida we got to meet Reggie when he came to the condo for his winter retreats. We became instant friends. He came to my house ongoing for dinner. We even celebrated Christmas together one year. What a great guy with a sense of humor that everyone fully enjoyed. We had so many laughs. He will be missed dearly. Camille, Rocco and I send our sincerest condolences to you. I'm not sure if you remember us but we remember you and how much your son loved you.
Rocco & Charlotte DeMas

August 28, 2017

Reggie and I met 40 years ago and our friendship was an instant one. After we both left Santa Monica and moved to the east coast we always stayed in touch. We spoke on a weekly basis, if not more.

His friendship was a true treasure and I will miss voice tremendously.

Nancy Gallant

August 28, 2017

I met Reggie over 40 years ago and became instant friends. We always kept in touch on a weekly basis even during our moves across the country and out of Santa Monica. We had a great time in New York City a few years back and will always treasure that time, as it had been a while since I had seen him.

A dear friend whose voice I will miss.

Nancy Gallant

August 28, 2017

Reggie and I shared an office in Santa Monica many years ago when we worked for a group of doctors . Many happy memories , Reggie .You were loved by all .

Maggie Sutcliffe

August 27, 2017

To Reggie's Family
So sorry to hear of Reggie's passing. We will all miss him., I saw Reggie regularly at 9:am Mass, at Our Lady of the Lake parish in Holland , MI, when here was in town.
We both had been Surgical techs in earlier years. He was a very friendly, and caring individual. He always had a smile on his face.
Sincerely Ann Hubbard

Ann Hubbard

August 27, 2017

I worked with Reggie at UCLA. He was a wonderful friend to all and we all enjoyed his great sense of humor. I am sure many people In Los Angeles would like to know of his passing, and would be. very saddened by it. Sincere condolences to his family.

August 27, 2017

Reggie worked with us in Santa Monica for many years. Always a great guy. He will be missed
Gene Mazzei

Gene Mazzei

August 27, 2017

Reggie and Peter were dear friends for many years. I remember helping them get ready to open their restaurant, Camille's. It was 2 doors down from my apartment and after a long night of working towards the opening I invited them over for dinner. It was Shake'n'Bake Chicken and they both raved about how good it was (obviously just being kind). I also remember the pre-Rose Parade festivities when Raoul was in charge. And of course; the grand opening of their antique store which I'm sure Bobbie and Randy will remember.

We love and miss you; hey Reggie, do you know what time it is?

Bob and Robin Cody, Bloomington, MN

August 25, 2017

Reggie will be greatly missed by Terry and I. He was a lot of fun to be with, as he told some great stories. He was someone who took an interest in everyone he met and was able to easily make a new friend.

Steve Grossman

August 25, 2017

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