Carl Donnie Thomas - Fair Funeral Home

Carl Donnie Thomas March 31, 1938 - June 26, 2016

Born: Thursday Mar 31, 1938

Died: Sunday Jun 26, 2016

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Carl "Donnie" Thomas (Squirrel), 78, passed away Sunday, June 26, 2016, at Morehead Nursing Center.

A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Thursday, June 30, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Overlook Cemetery.

Donnie was born March 31, 1938 in Spray, NC, to the late Carl Thomas and Vivian Lemons Cruise. He was a retiree of Fieldcrest Mills, Rug Division as a machinist. Donnie was a member of the local American Legion and Moose Lodge. He was an avid sports fan and fisherman.

He is survived by his daughters, Renee Thomas (Edward Matthews) of Eden and Regina Hall (John), of Stoneville.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Ruth Ellis Thomas; and his sister, Blenda Shelton.

The family will receive friends Wednesday evening, 6 - 8 PM, at Fair Funeral Home and other times at 3576 Settle Bridge Road in Stoneville.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com

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We are so sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers will be with each of you. I worked with Donnie @ Karastan 1977-1990. GOD BLESS Tim & Judy Carter
Tim Carter

Gina, I am so sorry to hear about your father. I have been out of town for a workshop, but you and your family will be in my prayers. I truly know how badly it hurts to lose a dear daddy. I am sorry you have to endure this kind of pain; but I am thankful that you and I both had the kind of fathers that deserved our grief. I know you will always miss him, but try to focus on the memories and the good times y'all had. I love you. Know that if there is anything at all I can do for you, just let me know, and I will be honored to do it. Gayle Chaney 336-280-8065
Gayle Chaney

I am so very sorry for your loss. It always looked to me that you both had a good relationship with your dad. Take comfort in the good memories and with each other. Family is in my prayers. Cindy Huff
Cindy Huff

Renee and Regina, I am sorry for your loss. Donnie was always a big part of our high school reunions. We will miss him and his big smile.
Jackie Allen Carter

Sorry for your loss Praying for you all
Wayne Edwards

So sorry to hear of Donnie's passing. Ron enjoyed working with him over the years at Karastan. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron & Lisa Harbour

SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS, DONNIE WAS A GOOD FRIEND WE WENT TO THE SAME SCHOOL TOGETHER FOR 12 YEARS. RON
RON WOODALL

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