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James Alton Thomas
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James Thomas Obituary
Jim is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, a niece Claudia Owens, and loving in-laws. He was preceded in death by his sister, Carol.
Jim was born in Chicago and raised in Maywood. He was in the Marine Corps from 1956-1958. He obtained a bachelor's degree in history at the University of Illinois.
Visitation was held Thursday, July 10 from 4:00-8:00 PM at Friedrichs Funeral Home in Mount Prospect. The funeral was on Friday, July 11 at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial was at Memory Gardens in Arlington Heights.
The family would like to express sincere gratitude to JourneyCare in Barrington for their compassionate care during Jim's final days. For info: [email protected] or (847) 255-7800.
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Jul
10
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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friedrichs Funeral Home
320 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Jul
11
Funeral service
11:00 a.m.
Friedrichs Funeral Home
320 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
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