Donald Thomas

Donald Dean Thomas passed away at the age of 81, he lived in Conway, Arkansas. Donald passed away peacefully in his home in Conway, Arkansas on April 10, 2025.
Donald was born on May 12, 1943, in Martin, Tennessee. Donald was born to Cecil McNeil Thomas and Mildred Louise Thomas (Bowers), he had 3 siblings, Gloria Jean Thomas Price, Ronald Carrol Thomas and Terry Neil Thomas. They had a fun childhood growing up going to Dresden, and spending time riding around on motor bikes and singing in churches together. They had a gospel trio group where they travelled locally and sang. Donald went to school at Martin High and graduated from there. He then married Phyllis Davis, his first wife, on August 6, 1961. They were married in Martin, Tennessee. Donald married his second wife, Mary Denise Paine, on December 12, 1987, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Donald attended different colleges during his life in the state of Tennessee. Donald was the youngest insurance agent working in Martin, Tennessee. Later, Donald began working at Professional Counselling Service in Memphis, Tennessee. Donald was also involved in local politics and helped run President Bill Clintons Campaign for Arkansas Governor in 1978. Donald was also the Chairman of Faulkner County Republican Committee in 2010. Donald was also known for local contributions and support to the Faulkner County Sheriff’s office in Conway, Arkansas. Donald enjoyed his church family and his own family gatherings. Donald also enjoyed duck hunting in Southeast Arkansas. He was an avid golfer in his younger days and enjoyed playing at the local country clubs.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents Cecil and Mildred Thomas, daughter, Laurie Thomas and brother-in-law, Tommy Price. Donald is survived by his wife, Denise Thomas and siblings, Gloria Price, Ronald Thomas (Reba) and Terry Thomas, and his children Jeffrey Thomas(Darlene), Kimberly Walter (Tripp), Melissa Thomas (Jason) and Dean Thomas (Brittany), his grandchildren: Brittney Rowe (Ron), Jeffrey Thomas Jr., Tori Thomas, Kayla Keirsey(Devon) Blake Keirsey, Cassidy Keirsey, Thomas Walter, Abby Thomas, John Troy Thomas, Marshall Thomas, and great-grandchildren, Landon Thomas, Gavin Thomas, Cooper Thomas and Kash Stowe. Donald also cherished memories he had with his beloved nieces, nephews and a great number of friends.
The family would like to take this time to thank Dr. Garry Stewart for his care of Don Thomas over the years. Also, thanks to all Hospice home care staff – Dr. Freeman, David, Cassandra, Casey and Holly.
The Memorial service for Donald Dean Thomas will be held April 29th at 7 PM and the visitation at 6 PM both being held at Central Baptist Church in Conway. In lieu of flowers the family is asking for donations to The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration(www.theaftd.org) or Central Baptist Church at 3333 Dave Ward Dr, Conway, AR 72034 in Conway, Arkansas.
Service and arrangements are by Rosewood Funeral and Cremations of Conway and Morrilton 438 Hwy 64 E Conway, AR 72032 501-327-7673
1715 E Harding St. Morrilton, AR 72110 501-354-1638