David Thomas

David Allen Thomas, of Scotts passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at age of 60. David was born on May 1, 1958 in Lincoln, England. He is the son of Gordon and Marian (Rawson) Thomas. He attended Vicksburg schools. He worked for over 30 years for Woolf Excavating and operated heavy equipment. He is described as unique, kind of a hippy, caring and would do anything for anyone. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. As well as spending time with his good friend’s, Gary Peterson and his wife Carolyn processing meat. Although he had a few Harley’s and was considered a big bad biker, he never felt he had enough time to ride. He had a soft spot for his rescue dog, Schaffer which was a yellow Labrador Retriever that was dropped off in the country by his home that he cared for deeply.

David is survived by his mother, Marian Thomas; two children: Rachel Thomas, of Scotts; Luke (Katie) Thomas, of Scotts; one grandson: Tustin Scott; one sister: Melanie (Kevin) Tyler, of Vicksburg; and his dog, Schaffer. He is preceded in death by his father, Gordon Thomas.

A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 1pm at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home, Rupert-Durham Chapel, 409 S. Main, Vicksburg (269-649-1697). A gathering will follow the service at location to be announced after the service.

Please visit David’s webpage at www.mccowensecord.com where you can read his obituary, sign the guestbook, and share a memory. Those who wish may make contributions to the charity of their choice.