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"James Alfred Cleveland Thomas, 80, of Highland, passed away June 26th, 2021.  James was born on Highland Mountain in West Virginia, the youngest son to Fred Sr. And Rosie (Irvin) Thomas.    James enjoyed all sports especially baseball and was a lifelong Chicago White Sox fan.  James spent many years coaching teams for his sons.  James retired as a Systems Analyst for Quaker/Pepsico where he worked for over 25 years.  Retirement allowed him to spend more time doing the things he enjoyed, spending time with his family and being active in nature.   Whether it be hiking trails or flexing his fishing poles as an avid fisherman.  He was a loving and devoted husband to his wife of nearly fifty years Marijean (Bedell) Thomas.  His love extended to his children Kenneth (Shelia) Thomas, Scott (Paula) Thomas, Deron (Tiffany) Thomas, and Jason (Jessica) Thomas.  Memories of James will be cherished by his grandchildren Lisa (Raul) Medina, Ashlee (Joel) Mancha, Scott (Jacqueline) Thomas, Alexis, Alysia, Christopher, Dirk and Jordan Thomas as well as his great grandchildren.  James will be greatly missed by his sisters Shirley Smith and Sharron Lilly.  He was proceeded in death by his siblings Fred Thomas Jr, Franklin Thomas, Joseph Thomas, and Debra Thomas Gillian.  James’s kindness will not be forgotten by his brothers-in -law, sisters-in-law and his many nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Friends may gather with the family at Burns Kish 8415 Calumet Avenue, Munster IN 46321 on Friday July 2nd, 2021, beginning at 4:00 p.m. and ending with a celebration of his life 7:30 p.m."
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