David Arthur Thomas Obituary

We announce the death of David Arthur Thomas of Tyler, Texas, who passed away on July 14, 2026, at the age of 87. David will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Valentine Thomas and Nora Thomas (Kelso); and his son John Yates. He is survived by: his wife Deloris Alice Thomas; his children, Darren Thomas, David Anthony Thomas, Dean Thomas, Jackie Yates, Marian Dollgener and Jessie Yates; his grandchildren, Riley Thomas, Stephanie Thomas, David Christopher Thomas, Kayla Padilla, Kelly Thomas, Kristen Thomas, Katherine Thomas, Jack Yates, Ashley Yates, Dee Dee Johnson and Brett Yates; and his great grandchildren, Mateo Padilla, Monico Padilla, Nathan Thomas, Nova Shider, Brodey Yates, Kaylee Yates-Maxwell and Abbi Dyer.