of Sherwood, AR
June 4, 1942 - September 6, 2019
James Allen "Jim" Thomas, Jr., 77, of Sherwood, passed away Friday, Sept. 6, 2019. He was born June 4, 1942, in Morrilton, to James Allen Thomas, Sr. and Marjorie Lee Miller Thomas. He is preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Dewayne Dodson.
Jim is survived by his wife, Judy Whitehurst Thomas, a daughter, Melissa Anne Dodson, two sons, James (Jamie) Allen (Mona) Thomas and Travis Neal Thomas, two step-sons, Jeffrey and Brian Smith, five grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren and one sister, Annette (Lewis) Hodge and one nephew, Lynn McCaig.
Jim was a 1960 graduate of Plumerville School and attended UCA. Jim was a member of Sylvan Hills Church of Christ and ias known as a real gentleman and always kind and courteous.
Jim was a Civil Engineer Technician in Little Rock where he drew blue prints for watersheds, he later transferred to Conway as a surveyor, all for the Soil Conservation Department of the Corps of Engineers. He was a proud Marine, serving state-side during the Vietnam War, he served two years at Camp Pendleton at Oceanside, CA in the drafting department drawing blue prints. He then returned to the Soil Conservation Department, serving in cities such as Little Rock, Conway, and Springdale. He served the farmers with land leveling, over-seeing the building of many ponds. He also designed the pond at Murray Park in Little Rock. He won many awards, including being chosen as the Federal Executive Association's Federal Employee of the year in 1995. He retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 2001, and became a car salesman and went into real estate sales.
Funeral Service will be 10:30 AM, Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 JFK Blvd, North Little Rock. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 9:30 AM. Burial to follow at Arkansas State Veterans.
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14 Condolence(s)
Tressa Williams
Friday, September 13, 2019
"Ms. Judy" (as Jim so lovingly called you),
I am so sorry for your loss. You and Jim were such a lovely and loving couple. I remember how many of your stories started off with "Jim and I". I know that there are no words right now that can ease the pain at this present time. But remember, ". . . sorrow may endure for a season, but joy cometh in the morning." (Psalm 30:5)
Louis Huett
Friday, September 13, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about James Allen passing away. He and I communited to Little Rock to work for about 5-7 years and became good friends. He was a joy to be around. We formed a good friendship during that time which I will always cherish. May God be with his family during this difficult time. Louis Huett
Monty Meaders
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Semper Fi Marine and God Speed!
Judy Cox Keisler
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Judy, I am heartbroken with you over Jim‘s passing. What a gentle and sweet man, always wearing a smile! It was obvious how much he loved you. I’m so grateful God gave you to each other for all those years. May God bless you and keep you in his peace and warm you with many many wonderful memories. Much love! Judy Cox Keisler
Sheron Martin
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
God hold you and keep you . I'm so sorry you lost your best friend and husband. I'll be praying for you.
Dick & Margie Pollard
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Dear Judy and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your sudden and most difficult loss and to offer our thoughts and prayers that you and family will receive Gods blessings and comfort during this difficult time.
Our Love & Prayers to you all,
Dick & Margie Pollard
Jimmy Miller
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Dear Judy and Family, My family and Inwant tonoffer condolences on the loss of your husband/father and our cousin. You all will be in our prayers. Thoughtfully, Jimmy and Charlene Miller, Sharon and Jim Charton, Dwayne Miller
John & Valerie Phillips
Monday, September 9, 2019
Judy...
Valerie & I are so sorry to hear this news about Jim. We have always admired you & Jim from our days at Barrow Rd. Whenever we’d see you two over the years, we’d always remark how great you both looked individually & as a couple! May God comfort & keep you in His love and care. Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time!
~ John & Valerie
Debbie Moreland
Monday, September 9, 2019
It was a pleasure to work with Jim in his various roles. He will be missed on the Pulaski County Conservation District Board and as a dear friend.
Reginald Rogers
Monday, September 9, 2019
Judy and Family: May God grant you strength at this time of loss ! I am in shock and greatly saddened over the news of the loss of your beloved husband Jim. I remember seeing the both of you at Easter brunch just a few months ago. You two were the perfect couple in that you were obviously in love and were always together. Jim always had that warm smile and friendly manner to everyone. He didn't say much but he didn't have to. He had a quiet strength and confidence about him. He reminded me of Gary Cooper, the iconic All American hero in the movies. May Jim rest in the Peace of Christ in Heaven with all of our loved ones who have passed away. Let us know if we can help you in any way. Reg Rogers
Bobbie Griffin
Monday, September 9, 2019
Judy,
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and keep you through this difficult time.
Buddy & Betty Willis
Monday, September 9, 2019
Our hearts are heavy. Your loss is greater than words. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the days ahead. Love Buddy and Betty
Barbara Allen Jones
Monday, September 9, 2019
Judy and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. It has been so pleasant the past few years getting to know Jim with his always smiling face watching over you. I know all our classmates share in your sorrow.
Brad Newman
Monday, September 9, 2019
Judy, I am so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I have enjoyed so much running into you and Jim in recent months at Sunday lunch. You have received some condolence calls at your former telephone number at the office. May the Lord bless and comfort you at this difficult time.