David A. Thomas

KOREAN WAR VETERAN

US AIR FORCE

David A. Thomas , 88, of West Chester, OH passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, December 6, 2019. Dave was born in Ashland, KY to Dave and Linnie Thomas in 1931.

Dave was the beloved husband of Carol A. Thomas (nee Riedel) for 61 years, devoted father of Bret D. Thomas, Malisa T. (Chris) Hartung, and Marlo M. (Brian) Metzinger, loving grandfather of Joshua, Megan, Samuel and Elizabeth Metzinger, dear brother of Wahnoka Schott, Jacqueline Moore, Lillian Jo Schroeder, and the late Jonas James Thomas, Charles Edward Thomas, and Helen Patricia Bastin. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.

Dave was a great husband, father, and grandfather who was known for his quick sense of humor and storytelling. He excelled at playing golf and was a member of the Hamilton Elks Country Club.  Dave won Cincinnati's Tournament of Champions in 1975. Additionally, he enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and trap shooting. He was proud to have served his country in the US Air Force in the Strategic Air Command during the Korean War. Dave retired from Ford Motor Company.

Visitation at Mueller Funeral Home, 6791 Tylersville Road, Mason, OH 45040 on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 from 5-7 PM and at St. John the Evangelist Church, 9080 Cincinnati-Dayton Road, West Chester, OH 45069 on Wednesday, December 11 from 9:30 AM until time of Mass at 11:00 AM. Interment at West Chester Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to K9Sforwarriors.org .

To send a condolence, visit MuellerfuneralS.com  513-398-9100