James Farrell Thomas

1943 ∼ 2013

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James Farrell Thomas was born on September 8, 1943 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He gave up his spirit on March 14, 2013 at the age of 69. Jim came to Texas in 1974 to work for Sabine Towing and Transportation in Port Arthur. He retired from Sabine in 1998. Jim was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing and hunting all of his life. He was a member of St. Henry's Catholic Church. He loved and was loved by many.

He was preceded in death by father Milton Thomas and sister Ann Fox of Knoxville, Tennessee. Survivors include his mother Zora Thomas and sister Maria Beth Porter of Springfield, Tennessee; his loving wife of 49 years Margie Thomas of Orange, son Michael Thomas and wife Tamara Thomas of Orangefield, daughter Jennifer Kramer of Orange, son Christopher Thomas and wife Melissa Thomas of Bridge City; grandchildren Renee Wood, Anthony Canton, Sidney Thomas, Corbin Green, Camille Thomas, great grandson James, and other family members and friends.

Visitation will be held at 7 PM on Saturday at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Memorials may be made in his honor to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.

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Anonymous March 19, 2013

Our sincere condolences for the loss of your husband and father. Even though it's been many years, we remember your family as great neighbors and friends on Gandy St. May you be comforted by wonderful memories.##imported-begin##Judy McCann & Heather Baxter##imported-end##

Anonymous March 16, 2013

Jim willl be missed and we all From Sabine loved and will always remember what a kind and loving man and great boss he was. prayers are with you all.##imported-begin##Johnnie F. Vercher##imported-end##

Anonymous March 16, 2013

Margie I am so very sorry for your loss. Jim was such a special person as are you. I know you both meant so very much to mom dot. I will keep you all in my prayers and my God surround you with grace peace and love. love & hugs Kimm##imported-begin##Kimm mayo Benson##imported-end##

Anonymous March 16, 2013

Margie, Michael, Jennifer, and Chris our thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this time. So many fond memories and great times to remember. Jim was a special friend and we will miss him. Our love to you all.##imported-begin##Don and Susie Prouty##imported-end##

Anonymous March 15, 2013

So many good memories, he was a very caring person who we all loved. He can fish with dad now in heaven,bet they will catch a lot. He has gone to prepare a place for the rest of his family. We love you all and are praying for your lose. Snyder's##imported-begin##Lisa##imported-end##

Anonymous March 15, 2013

May God hold you close in this most difficult time##imported-begin##Allen McClain##imported-end##

Anonymous March 15, 2013

Margie and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. We loved Jim very much. May God bless you all and give you peace. Kermit & Marie Fox##imported-begin##Kermit Fox##imported-end##

Anonymous March 15, 2013

I love you Jim You truly are a great man, husband, father and I'm very blessed to have gotten to know you even if you would not take me fishing, because I talk too much! Marcie##imported-begin##Marcie Duplecion##imported-end##

Anonymous March 15, 2013

We all will shed a few tears for our beloved Jim Thomas, and that is a good thing because tears is a language that God understands! We love the Thomas family, and share in your sorrow! May God comfort you!##imported-begin##Dan Liford##imported-end##

Anonymous March 15, 2013

Uncle Jim, I will never forget you as the person who introduced me to beechnut tobacco, and I bet you will never forget that day either...lol.... Love you.. You ate a great, great man...say hello to all our loved ones who preceeded us....##imported-begin##Danny Jr.##imported-end##