Paul E. Thomas was born May 16, 1945, in Kadoka, South Dakota, the son of Alfred Raymond, Jr. and Myrtle (Cayler) Thomas. He grew up on his parents’ ranch west of Wanblee and attended Garner Rural School before attending Kadoka High School. After graduating from Kadoka High School in 1963, he then graduated from Black Hills State College in Spearfish. He then taught in the Garner Rural School for two years.
Paul was united in marriage to Linda Lange in 1967. They made their home at his grandparents’ ranch west of Wanblee. Paul served in the US Army from June 24, 1970 until he was honorably discharged on January 4, 1972. After his discharge he returned to the ranch where he continued to reside and operate until his death. Linda preceded him in death on February 24, 2006. He also worked as a state brand inspector for 40 years, retiring in 2015.
Paul was a member of the American Legion Post #240 of Martin, the Mt. Moriah Masonic Lodge of Kadoka, the South Dakota Stockgrowers, and the Presbyterian Church of Kadoka.
Survivors include a brother Terry Thomas and his wife Brenda of Interior; one sister Nancy Peterson and her husband Buster of Kadoka; seven nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
FUNERAL SERVICES:
Saturday, September 10, 2016 - 2:00 p.m.
Presbyterian Church
Kadoka, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Gary McCubbin
MUSIC
Mark Thomas - Vocalist
Ruth McCubbin - Pianist
“Wings of a Dove”
“Shall We Gather at the River”
“Seven Spanish Angels”
USHERS
Steve Arment – Mark Slovek
PALLBEARERS
Brett Guptill – Dustin Harvey
Sterling Riggins – Jay Vogelgesang
Scott Boomer – Shayne Porch
INTERMENT WITH MILITARY HONORS
Kadoka Cemetery
Kadoka, South Dakota
Service Details
VISITATION
Friday, September 9, 2016 - 5-7 p.m.
Presbyterian Church
Kadoka, South Dakota
FUNERAL SERVICES:
Saturday, September 10, 2016 - 2:00 p.m.
Presbyterian Church
Kadoka, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Gary McCubbin
MUSIC
Mark Thomas - Vocalist
Ruth McCubbin - Pianist
“Wings of a Dove”
“Shall We Gather at the River”
“Seven Spanish Angels”
USHERS
Steve Arment – Mark Slovek
PALLBEARERS
Brett Guptill – Dustin Harvey
Sterling Riggins – Jay Vogelgesang
Scott Boomer – Shayne Porch
INTERMENT WITH MILITARY HONORS
Kadoka Cemetery
Kadoka, South Dakota
Guest Book
Nancy and family,
So sorry to hear about Paul. Treasure the memories.
~ Paulette Wilmarth
(9/7/2016)
So many great times we shared growing up in the Badlands. You will remain in my phonedex so when I scroll to it, I will remember, and I will smile :)
~ Mike (& Judy) Barber
Tampa, Fl (9/7/2016)
Our sincere sympathy goes out to Paul's family. Paul and his wife Linda were some of our first and very best friends since we have been married.
~ Paul & Linda Harvey
Interior, SD (9/6/2016)
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you there in South Dakota. As loved ones pass there is always a big hole left behind. Keep the memories going Paul will be missed my many.
~ Kristi Stamp, Anna Kuhnau
Longview, WA (9/7/2016)
Love and prayers are being sent to you Dear Family.
~ Jerry and Merilee Grimes
The Ranch SE of Kadoka (9/8/2016)
Paul was one of my first friends and remained a friend all these many years. I always knew that if I was ever in jail, I could count on Paul to bring me cigarettes. He will be missed.
~ Ann Ramey Schaefer
Bozeman, MT (9/7/2016)
Bruce will miss his visit with PT as he called him at the mail box, it was almost an everyday thing. Sending our Prayers your way .
~ Bruce and Bonnie Madsen
Kadoka S.D. (9/7/2016)
Washington
~ Debra (Arment) Storme
Vancouver (9/6/2016)
You have our sincere sympathy with your loss of Paul. Bill has many fond memories of the times they had at Black Hills State and succeeding years.
~ Bill and Judy White
(9/7/2016)
Paul..., my old friend, I'm really going to miss you! Gene
~ Gene Stevens
Sioux Falls (9/7/2016)
We are very sorry to hear about Paul's passing. Our condolences to his family
~ Louis and Teresa Vaughn
Rapid City (9/6/2016)
Nancy & Terry, So sorry for your loss. Your in my thoughts and Prays. R.I.P. Paul
~ Jackie Weaver Jakeway
Ft. White , Fl. (9/7/2016)
Paul was like a uncle to me had lots of fun going out his and Linda' s place as a kid. He never missed the oppurtuinity to stop and say hello to all. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace.
~ Kori Gradd
Rapid City SD (9/7/2016)
Prayers
~ Tonya Kukal Crisman
Wyoming (9/6/2016)
Nancy & Family: So sorry to hear of your brother's passing. With sympathy, Patsy
~ Patsy (Allen) Larson
Gillette, WY (9/6/2016)
Paul was a best friend to us for many years...starting at Black Hills State. Rest in peace Paul T.
~ Gary and Joel peterson
Faith, SD (9/7/2016)
So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Sorry we are going to be out of state during the funeral. Well be thinking of all of you.
~ Patty & Mike Groven
Kadoka SD (9/6/2016)