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Raymond Thomas Obituary
Thomas, Sgt. Raymond S. "Downtown", age 56, at rest Tuesday, October 21, 2008. Born and raised in Chicago. A U.S. Army Veteran of the Persian Gulf War, loving father of Megan and Kevin Thomas, beloved step-father of Elizabeth Piccioli and Kathleen Morrisette, devoted son of Emily (late Edward) Tomaszewski; beloved brother of Patrick (Patrice) Thomas, Emily Thomas, Rose Thomas, Martha (Steve) Kordelewski and Edward Thomas, loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Sgt. Raymond S. Thomas will be Friday, October 24, 2008, at 1 p.m., at Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Road, Joliet, IL 60431. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 3 to 9 p.m. and Friday 11:30 a.m. until time of services. For information: (815) 741-5500, www.fredcdames.com 
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Patrick Cannon
November 10, 2008
Ray, I only knew you in the latter of your life, being privileged to transport you to VA medical appointments; but in that short tine I came to call you "friend". I know how you suffered and now your are at peace. All my sympathies, Megan; email me if you need anything.
Pat Cannon M.S.
Cindy Lonergan
November 6, 2008
To the Family of Ray: We are so glad he came...day by day he will fly across our minds and hearts, but who would want to stick around when they are "Heavan' Bound. Know that Raymond was my first and lasting forever love. Until we all unite at the "Festival- of-Friends" where I am sure Ray will be the 'life' of the party. He was the most witty intelligent person I knew. Death is the last enemy of this material world. I know you are with all those who loved you in spirit Ray. I love you.
Mary & Scott Clifford
October 24, 2008
Pat & Patrice,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your brother and brother-in-law. We're sorry we could not attend the wake. Remember the good times you had with him to get you through these tough times. He along with the entire Thomas family our in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.
Rose Landis
October 23, 2008
At last your long suffering is over. I will always remember our long friendship and your larger than life personality, you were truly one of a kind Ray. My sympathies to Megan and Kevin, he is at peace now.
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