In Remembrance Of
Richard Shane Thomas
Richard Shane Thomas, 42, of Smithville, MO passed away Saturday, April 13, 2013.
He was born on August 12, 1970 to Richard C. and Vicki L. (Land) Thomas in Smithville, MO. He grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School in 1989.
On April 3, 1993 he was united in marriage to Gay Lynn Edwards. After their marriage they lived in Smithville where they made their home.
Shane worked at Big V Country Mart in Smithville as a meat cutter for over 20 years. He recently owned and operated the Smithville Town Tavern. Shane was a great dad and was proud of his children and loved being involved in their activities.
Shane always enjoyed playing cards, being around people and prided himself on being a PR Specialist.
He is survived by his wife, Gay Lynn Thomas; daughter, Taylor; son, Chase; parents, Richard “Cooney” and Vicki Thomas; brothers, Randy Thomas and wife Kim, and Steven Thomas and wife Ashley; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Terry and Shirley Edwards; brother-in-law, Kelly Edwards and wife Raschell; seven nieces and nephews, other relatives and many loving friends.
Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 18th at the First Christian Church in Smithville.
Burial: Smithville Memorial Cemetery
Visitation: 6:00-9:00 p.m. Wednesday at the church.
Donations may be made in Shane’s memory to his wife and family.
Arrangements, Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville.
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41 comments
Stacy Mangels
We are so sorry for your families loss. Sincerely Stacy Mangels and Mark Mcclasky
Amy (Swaney) Crawford & Family
My thoughts go out to All the family of Shane. He will be greatly missed by many and by myself. RIP Shane.
Terry and Michelle Freed
We are so sorry for your tragic loss. Thinking about all of you!
Kevin & Kimberly Fales
We extend our most profound sympathy to the Thomas family.
While no words of ours can ease your loss, we just wanted you to know that we are grieving with you and thinking about you constantly.
Stanley & Betty (Carla) Barnes
Desri Egan
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Thomas family. I have many fond memories of Shane, Lance and the crew of Smithville High…..makes me smile! We will all miss you Shane!
Don Hammond
My prayers go out to you and yours. I know he will be dearly missed.
Kelly (McMahill) Churchill
Seems like I knew Shane all my life. I think of him and see that huge smile. I am truly sorry for your loss and pray that you find comfort. He was a friend to so many people!
Rick and Becky Sellars
“Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted.” Matthew 5:4
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Todd and Verena Bogan
Our thoughts and prayers go out the Thomas family. Shane you are a awesome guy and will be truly missed by many. Tho we only meet a few times you always made it a point to shake my hand. Rest in peace and God speed Shane
Sherri Nelson-Oxford
Shane made me laugh all the time in high school. Now he can make all the angels laugh and smile like he did down here 😉
Larry Chalberg
RIP Shane. You were taken home way to early. May God bless your family in this time.
The Robbie Chambers Family
Our thoughts & prayers are with the families of Shane. Deepest sympathy to all.
Dave Smith
There is a huge hole in the hearts of many. Shane was a the most genuine person I have had the pleasure to know.
Gay Lynn my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anita M. Williams
May you find peace at this time of sorrow just knowing that God loves you and your family and will provide loving care from those who knew and loved Shane.May God give you the strength to bear what has been put upon you in the loss of your loved one.
Rayma Tyson
It saddens me to hear of this loss. His passing leaves a hole in the heart of our community. May knowing the joy he brought to so many bring peace to his family and loved ones.
Carla Matthews
I am so sorry for your loss. Shane was an amazing man and friend throughout the years. He will be greatly missed by so many people. The entire family is in my prayers.
Carmelita Stevens
Gay Lynn,
My prayers are with you and your family that God would grant you peace,comfort and strength in the days to come as you mourn your loved one.
Carmelita Stevens
Janet McNeal
Sorry for your loss, You are in my prayers and thoughts.
Donnie & Linda Jones
Our prayers are with the family.
Rachel McDonald Adkins
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Thomas family during the most difficult time of losing Shane. Shane was a great guy and always had a smile on his face.
Glenda Hanks Cantwell
Sorry for your loss, You are in my prayers and thoughts.
Cindy Montgomery
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. So sorry for the loss of a great guy, father and family man.
Jodi & Charlie Green
GayLynn so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and the kids each day. May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time.
Jeff & Patti Hendrix
Shane you were a fantastic guy and we loved knowing you all of these years. You had a big impact on a lot of lives and you will be sorely missed. God speed Shane.
Shannon McKown
Our hearts are heavy for all of you. Shane will be missed by all and we are thankful for lots of great memories. The good Lords must have needed him more than he was needed here. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. The McKown Family
Brenda Schonewetter Estes
My heart goes out to Gay Lynn, Richard and Vicky, Randy and Stevie..Taylor and Chase, all of the Thomas and Land family and, to everyone that had any association with this great guy outside of his family..which is many. We will miss you, Shane.
The Steve Sachs family
We pray for you and your children.
Gary & Connie Murphy
Our prayers and thoughts are with you as you go through this sad time. I always enjoyed visiting with Shane when I was at the Big V. He was always talking about his children and how proud he was of them.
Troy & Kim Nitsche
Our thoughts and prayers to the family! Shane was always wearing a smile no matter when or where! Always made Troy and I feel welcomed at the TT. We will miss him! RIP Shane!
Chris, Kris, Samantha & Alex Rivera
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joyce Summa
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carolyn Chapman
Prayers for your family and friends
Kendra Clark
To the Thomas Family, So sorry for your loss. I will keep all of you in my thoughts.
Kris Hoskins
My heart goes out to you and your family. Wish I was there to attend. May you celebrate the life he had lived and that he will always be in your hearts and soul.
Tom Hanks
Smithville lost a good friend. He will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you.
Robert Hedgecorth
Shane,
Although your time on earth was way too short, you always lived life to the fullest and you were always a great friend to everyone. I know how proud you are of your family and kids, and I have enjoyed watching all the success that they have had through their high school years. I hope you know your family will have the support of all your close friends and we are here to do whatever we can to help out during this hard time. RIP Shane Thomas.
Darin & Michelle Deck
So sorry for your loss Gay Lynn, We are praying for you and your family.
Tom Hanks
Smithville lost a good friend.He will be missed greatly.My prayers are with you
Robin Tarr
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Thomas family.
Troy and Amy Edwards
Our thoughts and prayers to the Thomas Family.