Wayne D. Thomas

Wayne D. Thomas, 90, of Bloomington passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at the Hearthstone Health Campus. He was born on November 10, 1932 in Terre Haute, Indiana the son of Henry Earl and Hazel (Llewellyn) Thomas. Wayne was a 1950 graduate of Wiley High School in Terre Haute. He married the love of his life Jane Lee Adkins on August 2, 1952 in Terre Haute, Indiana they were happily married 70 years. Wayne was a US Navy Veteran he served as an Electrical Technician 3rd class and went on to be an Instructor for the Navy. After his service he went to work for Sarkes Tarzian as an electrical technician from 1955 to 1969, he then work as a electrical manager for Nordberg Advertising from 1969 to 1973, and also for Southwest Building Company as a manager/supervisor from 1973 to 1984, his last job was for Electrical Services as a manager/estimator from 1984 until he retired in 1998. Wayne loved being outdoors fishing, hunting, playing golf, and he enjoyed dancing. He was great father and grandfather. Wayne loved his family they were the most important part of his life. He will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew him. Wayne is survived by his wife, Jane L. Thomas of Bloomington; his children, Terri (Frank) Schillaci of Broken Arrow, OK; Mark (Robin) Thomas of Hudson, FL; Jon “Brandy” (Julie) Thomas of Solsberry; eight grandchildren, Kristi (Sam) Barker; Matthew Schillaci; Lindsey (Raymond) Kurr; Robert Jamison; Lucas (Charity) Thomas; Jama (Frank) Tyler; Jena (Chase) Crafton and Jonathan Blake Thomas; and his thirteen great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry & Hazel Thomas; and his sister Wanda Lisman. A visitation will be held from 11:00am to 1:00pm Tuesday December 6, 2022 at the Allen Funeral Home 4155 S. Old St Rd 37 Bloomington. A private burial for the family will be at Roselawn Memorial Park in Terre Haute. In lieu of flowers the family ask that memorial contributions be made to St Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Allen Funeral Home and Crematory have been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with family and friends at www.allencares.com

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Wayne D. Thomas

November 10, 1932 - December 3, 2022