Joseph "George" Thomas

Joseph George Thomas, 101, of Coventry, RI, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family, on December 15, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Muriel (Phaneuf) Thomas for 71 years.

Born on November 24, 1923, in West Warwick, Rhode Island, George was the son of the late Mariano and Maria (Pacheco) Thomas.

A proud graduate of West Warwick High School, George was a three-time Rhode Island state golf champion. Following his high school years, he served his country as a radiology technician in the United States Army during World War II from 1943 to 1946. He was a proud member of the 101st Airborne Division and participated in key battles, including the Battle of Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge.

After returning home, George married his devoted wife, Muriel, and together they built a home in Coventry, where they raised their family. He had a long and fulfilling career in construction and landscaping.

Upon retiring, George pursued his lifelong passion for golf, leaving a lasting legacy as a fixture on the leaderboard at Coventry Pines Golf Course. George had lifelong friends on and off the golf course. In addition to golfing, he enjoyed traveling, gardening and, most of all, spending time with his family.

George was known for his kindness, quick wit, and strong sense of family. He took great pride in his role as a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and was always ready to offer a word of advice, a helping hand or a laugh to those who needed it most. His warmth, generosity, and dedication to his family will be missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his wife, Muriel, George is survived by his children: Kenneth (Susan) Thomas of South Kingstown, Kevin Thomas of Coventry, and Karen (Arthur) Henault of West Warwick. Beloved ‘Pip’ to his grandchildren Darelle (Kevin) Walsh, Eliza (Patrick Brassil) Thomas, Ryan Thomas, Stephen (Rachael) Thomas, Katelyn (Sam) Lachapelle, Emily Thomas, and Matthew Henault. His great-grandchildren Madalyn and Landon Walsh. He also leaves many friends and extended family members. He was predeceased by his brother Mariano Thomas Jr. and his sisters Mary Souza, Christine Santasuosso, and Irene DiRaimo.

Services will be private and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in George’s memory to Hope Health Hospice & Palliative Care, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904 in his memory would be appreciated.  Information and condolences, please visit: www.PrataGallogly.com

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