Bill was born March 27, 1938 in Lethbridge. Bill worked as a Sheet Metal Mechanic all his life, working with many tradespeople in the city over the years. In his later working years, he operated his own business Thomas Sheet Metal.

Bill is survived by his children, Blayne Thomas and Jill (Bruce) Cassidy, grandchildren Brennan (Adrianna) Cassidy and Sarah Cassidy; Step-daughter Judy (Allan) Gepneris and grandchildren Christopher Gepneris and Stacy (Waren) Porcioncula, and great-grandchildren, Blaise, Kaia, Kian; step-son Craig (Cathy) Sera; also survived by sister, Margaret French and brother, Rod (Ev) Thomas; and sister-in-law Gwen Ferenz.

Besides his loving wife Sharon, Bill was also predeceased by his parents Louis Paul Thomas and Amelia “Milly” Thomas; brothers, Larry, Louis, Doug, John; sisters Valerie, Arlene, Marilyn.

Our Dad and Grandpa will be forever loved and cherished in our hearts. We will miss his unique character and will continue to remember all the funny “Bumpa” moments that truly make us laugh out loud. We are grateful that he is now at peace, happy that he and Nanny are now together.

The family wishes to extend a special thanks to the wonderful Healthcare Aides and LPNs at St. Therese who cared so much for Bumpa during his time there. Also, sincere gratitude to Dr. Majiet for his kind support and care for Dad over the last several years.

As per Bill’s wishes, there will be no formal funeral service. A private Interment with immediate family only will be held.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to (cheque payable/mail to): Covenant Foundation – St. Therese Villa, 253 Southgate Blvd S, Lethbridge, AB T1K 2S1.