James Ray Thomas
1948 — 2023
James Ray (J.R.) Thomas, born on July 1, 1948 in Sweetwater, TX to the late Clyde Ray Thomas and Lawasa Owen Thomas, passed away on 10/18/23 in Lufkin, TX with his children and family by his side. J.R. worked at Texas Foundry in Lufkin, TX for over 20 years. He also obtained his Associates Degree of Applied Science and Network Administration at Angelina College. J.R. was a faithful member of Trinity Baptist Church. He was also a loving Husband, Father and Grandfather "Poppy" whose family meant the world to him. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, James William and Jill Thomas of Cleburne; daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren, Leigh-Ann and James Mathis Sr., James Jr., Carolyn...