It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Milton Leroy Thomas,78, of Valley Park, MO on August 9, 2024. He valiantly fought a year long battle with cancer while always maintaining his positive outlook on life.
He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years Connie (nee Taylor), his two children Milton (Lisa) Thomas, Jr. and Kimberly (Cole) Taylor. His beloved grandchildren Mason Taylor, Addyson Taylor and Peyton Taylor. His loving sister Ruth Ann Baumeyer and brother Marvin Thomas. He was preceded in death by his brother Melvin Thomas.
Milt was born in Granite City, IL November 29, 1945 to Clyde Thomas and Fern Thomas (nee Schleobo). He was raised in Madison, IL with his three siblings. He graduated from the police academy and began his distinguished career for the Third District of the St. Louis City Police Department for the next 20 years until retirement in 1990. After retiring from the police force he pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by buying a 7-11 convenience store and then Uncle Milty’s Bar which he named fondly after his beloved nickname. He then began a second career working in various aspects of the automotive industry. He loved staying busy, socializing and continued working at Mobil in Ballwin until later in life.
Milt and Connie loved to dance when the opportunity arose. He cherished his Father and Son conversations while on road trips. He had an unbreakable Father, daughter bond and he relished his role as a grandfather. He enjoyed a good card game and simply spending quality time with family and friends. He was fond of attending the “old man meetings” with his retired police buddies. He also enjoyed quiet evenings at home with his wife watching tv and reading. His family loved him fiercely and he was beloved by many for his kind heart, outgoing personality and infectious humor.
SERVICES: Visitation will be held at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL (10151 Gravois Rd., 63123) on Friday, August 23rd from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, with the funeral service to begin at 1:00 PM. Inurnment at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery.
special note from your brother and sister-in-law. We will not be able to attend the funeral service, we will be out of the country but will keep you in our prayers during this sad time. Marvin and Vicki Thomas wish the best for your remaining family and other loved ones your life has been part of, may God Blesss till we meet again in heaven.
I met Milt while helping out at the Mobil On The Run in Ballwin.. he could talk to you about anything and everything. He will be missed very much. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
Milt was always the bright star in my days for the past two years just conversing with him at “On the Run”. He was such a kind and intelligent person with a wicked sense of humor. I very looked up to his work ethic, common sense and welcoming personality reminding me of my late Grandad. I’m a better person for having known him and am grateful for this. We knew he was battling cancer and am so sorry to hear of his passing.