John Nelson "June" Thomas, Jr
June 24, 1956 ~ June 8, 2016 (age 59) 59 Years OldShare using:
Mr. John Nelson “June” Thomas, Jr., in age 59, passed away on Wednesday, June 08, 2016 at approximately 6:02 a.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima.
He was born on June 24, 1956 in Lima, Ohio to the union of John Nelson and Annie Ruth (Brooks) Thomas, Sr.; both his parents are deceased.
On March 21, 2015 he was united in holy matrimony to Janice Clay who survives in Lima.
Mr. Thomas worked at Shelley Corporation. He was a member of In Faith Ministries and a member of Laborers Union Local 329. He attended Wilberforce University. He loved to fish, bowl and referee AAU basketball as well as coach young basketball teams. He always had a big smile for everyone and never met a stranger. He was an avid Michigan Fan.
Besides his loving wife Janice he leaves to cherish his precious memory a daughter; Kendra Thomas of Lima. 2 sons; Corey Thomas of Lima and Torey Thomas of Columbus, Ohio. A stepson; Rickie Clay of Lima. 2 step-daughters; Lasheana Buxton-Garrison of Lima, and Meagan Williamson (Terry) of Cincinnati, Ohio. 3 grandchildren and 8 step-grandchildren. 3 brothers; Clarence L. Thomas, Anthony D. Thomas and Stevie Thomas (Amy) all of Lima. 3 sisters; Shirley A. Upshaw, Michelle Thomas and Vickie Thomas all of Lima. A step-brother; Quincy People of Lima. A uncle; Charles Thomas (Lillie) and an aunt; Margaret Johnson (Dave) both of Lima. A close friend; Larry Gilcrease of Lima.
He was preceded in death by 3 sisters; Brenda L. Thomas, Pamela K. Grant and Denise M. Thomas.