C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III, lifetime resident of Big Spring, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm, Friday, September 1, 2023 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 2, 2023 at the First Methodist Church with RickyContinue Reading
C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III, lifetime resident of Big Spring, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm, Friday, September 1, 2023 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 2, 2023 at the First Methodist Church with Ricky Carstensen officiating.
Mike was born to parents Clyde (Doc) Erwin Thomas, Jr. and Jane Eden Lucas Thomas in Big Spring, Texas. He graduated from Big Spring High School in 1974 and completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Texas. He married Teri Adams in Big Spring in 1979. She preceded him in death. He began practicing law in 1984 and was a successful lawyer. He married Tammy Phernetton December 27, 2013 in Big Spring.
Mike loved Big Spring. He was an Eagle Scout and a member of Rotary Club and the Chamber of Commerce. He served the community for many years as City Attorney and Howard County Attorney.
Mike loved family trips at Lake LBJ and “The Ranch” in Mason, Texas. His number one hobby was spending time with his nine grandchildren. He also enjoyed snow skiing and swimming laps. He loved watching and talking sports, especially UT Football. He also loved his Golden Doodles and all animals.
He is survived by his wife, Tammy Thomas; his daughter Allison Johnson and husband Matt; sons Jason Thomas and wife Christine, Scott Thomas and wife Connie, Keaton Martin and wife Berklie, and Kody Barber; his grandchildren Thorston and Leo Johnson, Lili and Max Thomas, Leighton and Sullivan Thomas, Kendell and Rhett Martin, and Hadley Barber; his sisters Katie Grimes, Cleo Kaufmann and Nancy Allen along with numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends and colleagues.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife Teri and two brother-in-laws Col. Jerry Grimes and Chuck Kaufmann.
Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com
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Mike & Kelly Adams, Polly Adams, Cole/Brooke & Families
left a message on September 18, 2023:
With loving memories of Mike
Sandy&Richard Lucas, Carol&Jim Connor, Patti&Pat Miller
left a message on September 2, 2023:
You will always be in our hearts-we love you, Mike.
Anonymous
left a message on September 1, 2023:
A lasting and loving tribute to a very special person in our lives. Barbara Adams Hill, Kelly Hill Guthrie, Kim Hill Thompson and Families
Chanah and Jamie King
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Love all of youChanah and Jamie
Iwana, Jim, Jerry, Cindy, Teresa, Scott and Mendy & families
left a message on August 31, 2023:
With deepest sympathy, we love you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Cathy Bloom
left a message on August 31, 2023:
"C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III" will remain in our hearts forever.
Chester “Buddy “ Barnes,ii
left a message on September 5, 2023:
Mike was born the same year of my brother, Robert A. Barnes, I have known Mike since he was a baby.
A friend, family man, great attorney & a man of sterling character!
He is in the Lord's arms now, REST IN PEACE , my friend!!!
Joe Matthews
left a message on September 5, 2023:
My thoughts and prayers are with the Thomas family
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Allen
left a message on September 3, 2023:
With heartfelt condolences,
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Bob Bailey
left a message on September 2, 2023:
My condolences to the family.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III . Plant a Tree
Patti Brown
left a message on September 2, 2023:
Condolences to the family - Mike will be missed by so many friends.
Shelly Phinney
left a message on September 1, 2023:
Words can't describe how sorry we are at this loss. Please accept our deepest condolences. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Shelly Phinney and Rex Allen
Mel and Ella Williamson
left a message on September 1, 2023:
We are very sorry for your loss, Mike was always a good friend, and we go back many years with your entire family.
Miami Dade College, Hialeah Campus Family
left a message on September 1, 2023:
Dear Allison, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please receive our deepest condolences on the passing of your father.
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Anonymous
left a message on September 1, 2023:
In loving memory of Mike; our thought and prayers are with the family.
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Johnny & Debbie Rutherford
left a message on September 1, 2023:
We are sorry for your loss. Mike was a very nice person and will be missed.
Kimberly Doyle
left a message on September 1, 2023:
Mike was a great attorney and good friend. He helped me with lots of tough situations in my life. He will be missed.
Lara Spalding Griffin
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Mike was a great family friend, attorney, and I always enjoyed working with him when I worked in Big Spring. He will truly be missed. Lots of prayers to his family.
Tommy and Jobeth Corwin
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Prayer and sympathy to the Thomas family for Mike's death. This good man will be remembered fondly.
Sincerely, Tommy and Jobeth Corwin
Lanny Hamby
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Mike had class. Not only an exceptional attorney and CPA but one of the sweetest men you could hope to meet. His family will miss him. Our little town will miss him.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Tracey Stanaford
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Love you, Im so truly sorry!! God Bless you.
Medium Dish Garden was purchased for the family of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III by Tracey Stanaford. Send Flowers
Tracy Wright
left a message on August 31, 2023:
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time. Love Tracy Wright and family.
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III by Tracy Wright. Send Flowers
Kay Rodgers Flowers
left a message on August 31, 2023:
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Mike Thomas. His Dad, Dr. Clyde Thomas, was our family doctor for many years! My condolences to Tammy and family. Love and prayers. 😭❤️🙏
Tricia Statser Guidry
left a message on August 31, 2023:
In gratitude to the Thomas family So sorry for your loss. The Thomas family meant so much to me and many of my friends; a shining example.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III . Plant a Tree
Jeremiah and Amber Griff
left a message on August 31, 2023:
My heart hurts for the Family of Mike Thomas. Mike was a Wonderful, Outgoing, Fun Man to be around. We appreciate all the kindness, help, and honesty he provided us during our legal and matters. There won’t be another one like him. Continued Prayers for his Precious Family 💕🙏
Karla Milson
left a message on August 31, 2023:
My sincerest condolences for you and your family
Garden of Memories was purchased for the family of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III by Karla Milson. Send Flowers
Angie Worley
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Howard County has lost a great man & attorney. I met Mike when I started working in County Clerks Office 18 years ago. For years I sat in on different cases where he represented the client. Always very professional & you could tell he was very knowledgeable & passionate about his job. That last few years I would see him in the hall & he would always smile & say Hello & ask how I was doing. Can't believe that he is gone. I will miss his smile & Hellos. My heart breaks for his family & our community. My condolences & prayers to his family.
John & Donna Fish & family
left a message on August 31, 2023:
With deepest sympathy
Lovely One Spathiphyllum Plant was purchased for the family of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III by John & Donna Fish & family. Send Flowers
Stacy Armstrong-Flores
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Mike was such a good guy. He didn't price-gauge people like some lawyers do. He was a people person and truly enjoyed his job. He will be missed. Condolences to the family.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Mike & Kelly Adams, Polly Adams, Cole/Brooke & Families
left a message on September 18, 2023:
With loving memories of Mike
Sandy&Richard Lucas, Carol&Jim Connor, Patti&Pat Miller
left a message on September 2, 2023:
You will always be in our hearts-we love you, Mike.
Anonymous
left a message on September 1, 2023:
A lasting and loving tribute to a very special person in our lives. Barbara Adams Hill, Kelly Hill Guthrie, Kim Hill Thompson and Families
Chanah and Jamie King
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Love all of youChanah and Jamie
Iwana, Jim, Jerry, Cindy, Teresa, Scott and Mendy & families
left a message on August 31, 2023:
With deepest sympathy, we love you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Cathy Bloom
left a message on August 31, 2023:
"C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III" will remain in our hearts forever.
Chester “Buddy “ Barnes,ii
left a message on September 5, 2023:
Mike was born the same year of my brother, Robert A. Barnes, I have known Mike since he was a baby.
A friend, family man, great attorney & a man of sterling character!
He is in the Lord's arms now, REST IN PEACE , my friend!!!
Joe Matthews
left a message on September 5, 2023:
My thoughts and prayers are with the Thomas family
A memorial tree was planted in memory of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III . Plant a Tree
Allen
left a message on September 3, 2023:
With heartfelt condolences,
A memorial tree was planted in memory of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III . Plant a Tree
Bob Bailey
left a message on September 2, 2023:
My condolences to the family.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III . Plant a Tree
Patti Brown
left a message on September 2, 2023:
Condolences to the family - Mike will be missed by so many friends.
Shelly Phinney
left a message on September 1, 2023:
Words can't describe how sorry we are at this loss. Please accept our deepest condolences. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Shelly Phinney and Rex Allen
Mel and Ella Williamson
left a message on September 1, 2023:
We are very sorry for your loss, Mike was always a good friend, and we go back many years with your entire family.
Miami Dade College, Hialeah Campus Family
left a message on September 1, 2023:
Dear Allison, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please receive our deepest condolences on the passing of your father.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III . Plant a Tree
Anonymous
left a message on September 1, 2023:
In loving memory of Mike; our thought and prayers are with the family.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III . Plant a Tree
Johnny & Debbie Rutherford
left a message on September 1, 2023:
We are sorry for your loss. Mike was a very nice person and will be missed.
Kimberly Doyle
left a message on September 1, 2023:
Mike was a great attorney and good friend. He helped me with lots of tough situations in my life. He will be missed.
Lara Spalding Griffin
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Mike was a great family friend, attorney, and I always enjoyed working with him when I worked in Big Spring. He will truly be missed. Lots of prayers to his family.
Tommy and Jobeth Corwin
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Prayer and sympathy to the Thomas family for Mike's death. This good man will be remembered fondly.
Sincerely, Tommy and Jobeth Corwin
Lanny Hamby
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Mike had class. Not only an exceptional attorney and CPA but one of the sweetest men you could hope to meet. His family will miss him. Our little town will miss him.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Tracey Stanaford
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Love you, Im so truly sorry!! God Bless you.
Medium Dish Garden was purchased for the family of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III by Tracey Stanaford. Send Flowers
Tracy Wright
left a message on August 31, 2023:
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time. Love Tracy Wright and family.
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III by Tracy Wright. Send Flowers
Kay Rodgers Flowers
left a message on August 31, 2023:
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Mike Thomas. His Dad, Dr. Clyde Thomas, was our family doctor for many years! My condolences to Tammy and family. Love and prayers. 😭❤️🙏
Tricia Statser Guidry
left a message on August 31, 2023:
In gratitude to the Thomas family So sorry for your loss. The Thomas family meant so much to me and many of my friends; a shining example.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III . Plant a Tree
Jeremiah and Amber Griff
left a message on August 31, 2023:
My heart hurts for the Family of Mike Thomas. Mike was a Wonderful, Outgoing, Fun Man to be around. We appreciate all the kindness, help, and honesty he provided us during our legal and matters. There won’t be another one like him. Continued Prayers for his Precious Family 💕🙏
Karla Milson
left a message on August 31, 2023:
My sincerest condolences for you and your family
Garden of Memories was purchased for the family of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III by Karla Milson. Send Flowers
Angie Worley
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Howard County has lost a great man & attorney. I met Mike when I started working in County Clerks Office 18 years ago. For years I sat in on different cases where he represented the client. Always very professional & you could tell he was very knowledgeable & passionate about his job. That last few years I would see him in the hall & he would always smile & say Hello & ask how I was doing. Can't believe that he is gone. I will miss his smile & Hellos. My heart breaks for his family & our community. My condolences & prayers to his family.
John & Donna Fish & family
left a message on August 31, 2023:
With deepest sympathy
Lovely One Spathiphyllum Plant was purchased for the family of C.E. (Mike) Thomas, III by John & Donna Fish & family. Send Flowers
Stacy Armstrong-Flores
left a message on August 31, 2023:
Mike was such a good guy. He didn't price-gauge people like some lawyers do. He was a people person and truly enjoyed his job. He will be missed. Condolences to the family.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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