David M Thomas

David (Dave) McRee Thomas 73 of La Plata, NM passed this earthly life on Wednesday, July 10th, 2013 in his home. David was born to Edward McRee Thomas and Elva Cheney Thomas on November the 15th, 1939 in Durango, CO. He graduated from Farmington High School in May of 1958. He began his working career in the oil field as a pipeline and fiber optic inspector. His entrepreneur spirit lead him to start his own business in 1976 called Northwest Cathodic Protection. Dave was very outgoing and loved adventure. He then started Aerial Photography and through his love for guns and hunting, he developed the La Plata Shooting Range. He was preceded in death by his wife Linda Faye Vice Thomas, daughter Stacey Eileen Thomas, and his parents. He is survived by his brother Ted (Toni) Thomas , his wife Lei Nani; children Kelly (John) Thomas-Coyle and Eric Thomas; stepsons Bryan Adair and Hank (Jyl) Adair, grandchildren Elizabeth Coyle, Sean Coyle, Kellci White, and AJ Thomas; step-grandchildren Brandon and Lauryn Adair; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be held from 6-8pm on Thursday, July 11, 2013 at Brewer, Lee, and Larkin Funeral Home 103 East Ute St. Farmington, NM. Graveside services will be held Friday, July 12, 2013 6:30p.m. at the La Plata Community Cemetery. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all those who were so kind and supportive during this time, especially Dr.Castrellon of San Juan Oncology, Basin Home Health, and Dr. Winn. Your kindness will always be remembered. David's care is entrusted to Brewer, Lee and Larkin Funeral Home, 103 East Ute Street, Farmington, New Mexico 87401