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Dalton Lynn Thomas of Montgomery, Texas, passed away at his home on June 10, 2024. Born on August 10, 1949, to Dalton E. Thomas and Clara Christina Thomas in Fort Worth, Texas.
Dalton was preceded in death by his father, Dalton E. Thomas; his mother, Clara Christina Howe; and his stepfather, Ray Howe.
Dalton is survived by his loving wife of almost 16 years, Pat Wilson Thomas; his stepson, Shawn Patterson; step daughter, Gretchen Murray; grandson, William Murray; and numerous nieces and nephews. As well as his brothers, Richard Thomas, William "Bill" Thomas and wife, Camille; stepbrother, Steve Howe and wife, Rose; stepsisters, Jan Howe and Julie Regmund. Dalton was loved by his extended family and friends.
Dalton also has three estranged children, Brandi Shropshire, Michael Thomas, and Dustin Thomas.
Dalton lived an exciting life! He was a Golden Gloves Boxer, Bare Back Bronc Rider, and Bull Rider. Bull Riding earned him a scholarship to Tarleton State University, where he later transferred to Texas Tech University. After graduation, he went on to work for several companies including, Joy Manufacturing, Western Company, Cameron, where he worked to become the president of Cameron. After retiring from Cameron, he went on to buy a company called Vortex Ventures, where he was the president, and C.E.O., until he sold the company five years later. Upon his retirement, he went on to purchase the Round Creek Ranch, a working cattle ranch in Kenney, Texas. He put lots of love, sweat and tears for eight years! In the fall of 2021, it was time to go back to Lake Conroe.
Dalton loved dancing, travel, golf, antique cars, and especially his Corvettes!
A visitation for Dalton will be held on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Metcalf Funeral Directors, 1801 East White Oak Terrace, Conroe, with a Celebration of Life following at 1:00 p.m., with Minister Randy Doleman officiating. A graveside service and interment will occur on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., at Shannon Rose Hill Cemetery, 7301 East Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76112.
Please join us after the service in raising a glass of cheer at Papas on the Lake! This was a favorite place for Dalton!
The interment will follow the next day at Shannon Funeral Chapels, Rose Hill Cemetery, Fort Worth, Texas, where he will be joined with his beloved father, Dalton E. Thomas.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his name to Bridgewood Farms, 11680 Rose Rd., Conroe, Texas 77303 or Bridgewoodfarms.org. Dalton was a huge supporter of Bridgewood Farms, a special place for special people.
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