Baptized into the Hope of Christ’s Resurrection Monday, August 12, 2024.
Beloved son of Mark (Monica) Thomas and Julie (Rodney) G’Sell, loving brother of Brittany McMillan, Peyton Thomas, Grant Sullivan, Carter Sullivan, Amanda Eggleston (Chris), Kayla Kirn (Kevin), Madison G’Sell, and Connor G’Sell; cherished grandson of Allen and the late Catherine Thomas, Judy and the late Edwin Crawford; dear nephew of Kelly (Ryan) Voisey, Bryan (Nicole) Thomas, Brad (Emmy) Crawford and Dustin (Jemila) Crawford. Our dearest great-nephew, uncle, cousin, and friend to many.
Blake’s high school career started at St. Mary’s High School. He later transferred to Lindbergh High School and graduated in 2014. Blake was an exceptional athlete his entire life. He played varsity football and lacrosse. Blake continued his education at Mizzou where he earned his bachelor’s degree. During his undergrad he became a certified personal trainer and worked at the campus recreation center. After college Blake worked professionally as a realtor where he specialized in new construction sales.
Blake loved his dog Levi, his friends, his family, the beach, golf, baseball, and so much more. He was the kindest soul with the biggest heart. To know him was to love him because Blake was easy to love.
In lieu of flowers, please hug your family today because Blake gave the best hugs.
Visitation at Kutis Affton Chapel 10151 Gravois Rd. 63123 on Friday, August 16 from 3-8 pm. with Funeral procession departing on Saturday, August 17 at 9:30 am. to St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church for 10:00 am. Mass. Interment will be held in private.
Words cannot describe how sorry I am for your loss. I can’t imagine your pain and grief at this time. Cherish your precious memories.
I love you Blake Austin Thomas.
I Love you Julie, Mark, Britt, and Peyton.
I Love you MeeMaw.
I wish I knew what else to say other than I LOVE YOU! <3
I didn’t know Blake but i’m praying so hard for your family. We lost my 22 year old brother last year and i know how devastating it is to lose them so young. I hope your cherished memories bring you some peace.
My condolences and prayers to the Thomas family
Blake was one of the kindest and sweetest people I’ve ever had to pleasure to know. We were roommates at Mizzou for almost 4 years, and he was a damn good friend that entire time. The true test of knowing someone, is living with them. Blake was self-less, uplifting, & the type of friend to give you the shirt off his back. We had a great time enjoying college together and an even better time being lifting partners at Mizzou, a true BRO-mance. I’ll miss Blake dearly, his smile, his laugh, his voice, & his infectious beautiful soul. It pains me to know he’s gone, but he left us all with so many great memories that I’m forever grateful for the times we had. I love you brother, and I know you’re resting easy now. Well wishes & my condolences to the entire Thomas family.
Sorry to hear about Blake’s passing. I had the pleasure to coach Blake in football at Lindbergh High School. I will always remember how he treated his friends and strangers alike with kindness and respect. I will always think the echoes of laughter that usually surrounded him at practice. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time.
Coach Doner
Blake, i am deeply saddened and writing this with tears in my eyes. The times we sat around and laugh and joked and bonded will never be forgotten. I am glad you are now able to rest easy King. I have got a lot of love for you!
PARIS ROAD FOREVER!
Devastated to see this. I always had great memories of Blake and send prayers to his entire family.
My Deepest Sympathy to your entire family, I do know what you are going through, and I pray every day for God’s help to get me , you and anyone going through this, We will see them again some day. And always in our hearts ♥️
I just loved having Blake around the school and on the football field! He did smile a lot and was a popular, kind, and respectful student-athlete. I’m saddened by this news, and will always have great memories about Blake and his time at LHS! My heart goes out to his family during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for your families loss. I have a lot of great memories with Blake. He was a really good person.
Blake,
Thinking of you (and Levi) today and all the silly times we had at Mizzou. You were always a friendly face in the crowd even though I know I annoyed the heck outta you. Sending my deepest condolences to your family (and Levi).
Thoughts and Prayers to the all.
I am so sorry and sad. I was Blake’s preschool teacher. Great kid.
Thoughts and prayers to all the friends and family. You are blessed to have beautiful memories which will help you through this sad time . Blake was very kind to my grandson. It sounds like he was a special young man. May he rest in Peace.
A parent should never have to bury a child! We can’t even imagine what you’re going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold onto all your beautiful memories to help you through this very difficult time.
Blake was a smile a lot and he will be missed and Blake if you are listening i want you to know that you have been the greatest friend i ever had.
Our sincerest condolences for this tragedy. We can’t begin to know your pain. We never met him, but he sounds like a truly loving son. May his memories help you through this difficult time. Praying for your family.
Please accept our sympathy. Blake and his family are in our prayers.
Lois and Jim Bundschuh
Steve and I send our thoughts and prayers to Bryan and Nicole’s family, along with all the Thomas family. May memories give you strength❤️
Our hearts break for the loss of your son, Blake. I pray for rest and peace for him and your family. May eternal rest be granted and perpetual light shine upon him. Condolences to your family.
So sad to hear this! You were too young to go! Prayers for you and your family! Peace be with you!
My condolences to the Thomas family. Keeping you in my prayers.
Much love and many prayers to the Thomas family. Such a sad heartbreaking bit of news. With memories-yesterday remains and fills our hearts. Peace to each of you-till you meet again.
John and Janet Schmitz
Julie & Family, I’m sending you my deepest condolences. I know words will never help, but just know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Tandi & Chris Clark
I am sending you my deepest condolences. No words will ever help, but just know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Tandi & Chris Clark
Blake showed me more than just what real love looks like. He had a huge heart that he wore on his sleeve, he was a hard worker, and he always thought of others before himself. He needed and deserved more time than he was granted. There are too many words I wish I still had the chance to say. However, it is comforting to know that he’s now free from any pain and darkness that he silently carried with him. You are free now Blake, I’ll still love you forever.
Blake was always so fun to be around. Always had a big smile on his face. I’m absolutely devastated and still am struggling to accept this. My deepest condolences to the entire Thomas family. Blake, I love you man. Rest In Peace.
My deepest condolences to you Julie and family. My prayers are with you.
A great young man. I feel fortunate that Blake was part of our Lindbergh football family, bringing his positivity, passion, and humor throughout the season. My deepest condolences to the family.
Blake- we will miss you so much and will always cherish our time and memories together!!everyone that knew you loved you and we are all so lucky to have an amazing guardian angel now. Rest easy and we will see you again! Our condolences are with the Thomas family ❤️
Blake was the type of person that lit up a room as soon as he entered. I feel eternally grateful to have had the privilege of calling him my friend. I’ll miss his smile, his hugs, and his radiant personality. Until we meet again, sweet friend 🤍 you will be forever missed.
My heart is heavy as I leave this comment. Blake was the sweetest goofball who always knew how to make you laugh. I think back to all the good times we had growing up together throughout grade school, high school, and into college. My heart is with his family and loved ones at this time. 💚💚💚
So sorry for your loss. My kids called your subdivision “Blake town” ❤️
I miss my uncle very very much❤️😞