Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Obituary - Terrence William Thomas

Terrence William Thomas, age 74, of Belton, Missouri, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023.

Services will be on Thursday November 9, 2023 at Cullen Funeral Home 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Terrence will then be laid to rest at Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas.

Terrence was born in Kansas City, Missouri on August 31, 1949 to John William Thomas and Eleanor Louise (Moody) Thomas. Soon after he graduated high school he enlisted in the United States Navy. He honorably served his country on the USS Coral Sea, before his release in 1972. 

Terrence worked much of his life as a machine technician for Solo Cup Co. He is survived in death by his former wife, Vickie Thomas. Through this union he was blessed with two children, Tracy Nicole and Timothy Sean. In life, Terrence was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed camping, Civil War reenacting, and spending time on the farm. 

Terrence was a motor sports enthusiast and loved anything with wheels that could go fast including NASCAR, sprint cars, motorcycles, slot cars, and RC cars just to name a few. Terrence loved all things related to history, including the Wild West, Civil War. Terrence always looked forward to family dinners and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Terrence was preceded in death by his parents John and Eleanor; sister, Linda Narron, and the beloved family pet, Brutus Bear.

He is survived by his two children, Timothy Thomas and Tracy Cincola (Chris); and two loving grandchildren, Taylor Sullivan (Samantha) and Olivia Sullivan and two grand puppies, Dolly and Bandit.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

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