Michael Richard Thomas

September 13, 1946 - October 13, 2019

Michael Richard Thomas, age 73, passed away peacefully in the arms of his loving family on October 13th, 2019 at his home in Moses Lake, WA. Mike was born in Seattle, WA on September 19th, 1946 to his mother Irene May Thomas (Stenmoe) and father Sydney Garfield Thomas. He was a graduate of Cascade High School in Everett, WA in 1964. He served his country in the United States Navy for two years on the USS Enterprise during the Vietnam War. Mike married Linda Marie Thomas (Hulse) on July 19th, 1971. He worked in the commercial lighting industry as a manufacturer’s representative, business owner and specialist in his field. Mike will be remembered as a friend, coach and mentor. He was a kind and generous man who helped so many live better lives, always looking for opportunities to share his experience and wisdom. Mike had a way of connecting with people using his wit, humor and silliness at just the right moments. So many people loved him, and were loved by him. He is survived by his wife and best friend Linda, two brothers, a son, a daughter and four grandchildren. To honor Mike’s wishes, we will gather for a celebration of his life in lieu of a traditional funeral. Details to follow. We look forward to joining together to celebrate a great man who forever will be in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to The American Heart Association and IPF Foundation (Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis).