Donald Ray “Duck” Thomas

Donald Ray “Duck” Thomas, of Groesbeck, formerly of Marlin, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021.

Thomas was born May 12, 1942 in Oletha, Texas to Emmett and Gladys Evans Thomas. He was a rancher most of his life. He also worked in the auction barns in Hubbard, Groesbeck and Marlin for many years.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife of 37 years, Josie Thomas and sister, Joyce Kestler.

Survivors include his son; Michael Yates, daughter; Jennifer, granddaughter; Amy Yates, step children; Frank, Michael, Jeanette Wojchowski, Glenda Hoes and her husband, Ernest and Pat Tobias and her husband, Perry, nieces; Hope Thornbrough, Janett Gallegoes, Neicy Duke, Debbie Lenox and Dawn Favors and nephews; Rick Kestler and Dickey Kestler.

Graveside services were held in Old Union Cemetery on Dec. 29, 2021 with Pastor Louis Neyland officiating.