James A. Thomas's obituary , Passed away on September 30, 2025 in Independence, Missouri

James A. Thomas

September 30, 2025

Independence, Missouri

James A. Thomas's obituary , Passed away on September 30, 2025 in Independence, Missouri

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James A. Thomas Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James A. Thomas of Independence, Missouri, born in Prim, Arkansas, who passed away, on September 30, 2025. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James A. Thomas to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Louis Bivin and Mary Adaline Thomas (Lewellen); his wife Lynda Thomas; and his siblings, Bill, Bob Thomas, Wanda Carlton and Mary Carlton.

He is survived by: his daughter Pam Overfelt of Warsaw, MO; his siblings, Glenn Thomas of Cameron, MO, Lois Hipp of Prim, AR and Joyce Hipp of Prim, AR; and his grandsons, David Overfelt (Megan) and Bryan Overfelt (Jessica). He is also survived by 9 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.

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Oct 03

Visitation

Speaks Suburban Chapel
18020 East 39th St S, Independence, MO 64055

Sat

Oct 04

Graveside service

Oak Ridge Memory Gardens
18301 E Salisbury Rd, Independence, MO 64056

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