Richard Edward Thomas's obituary , Passed away on December 17, 2025 in Columbus, Mississippi

Richard Edward Thomas

December 16, 1957 - December 17, 2025 (68 years old)

Columbus, Mississippi

Richard Edward Thomas's obituary , Passed away on December 17, 2025 in Columbus, Mississippi

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Richard Edward Thomas

December 16, 1957 - December 17, 2025 (68 years old)

Columbus, Mississippi

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Richard Edward Thomas Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Richard Edward Thomas of Columbus, Mississippi, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Richard left this world on December 17, 2025 at the age of 68, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Richard Edward Thomas or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Beverly Munnerlyn Thomas and Richard Edward Thomas, Sr.; his wife Beth Abernathy Thomas; his stepson Blake Gregory; and his nephew Anthony Bunch.

He is survived by: his siblings, Philip Thomas of Atlanta, Georgia, Susie Thomas of Clinton, Tennessee and Julia Thomas Slayton of Knoxville, Tennessee; his stepson Charlie Gregory; his grandchildren, Aaron Gregory (Sydney) and Eva Gregory; his great grandchild Blakely; and his nieces, Brandi Bunch and Brooke Skelton.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Memorial Gunter Peel Funeral Home & Crematory



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St. Paul's Episcopal Church
318 College St, Columbus, MS 39701

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Jan 03

Funeral service

St. Paul's Episcopal Church
318 College St, Columbus, MS 39701

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