Feb 16, 2023

Ronnie Joe Thomas

Posted Feb 16, 2023 6:57 PM

Ronnie Joe Thomas, 70, St. Joseph, Missouri, entered into glory with his family at his side Wednesday, February 8, 2023.

He was born February 2, 1953, to Herbert and Mary Thomas in Chicago, Illinois.

Ronnie married Catherine Renee Harris on October 26, 2002.

He served the Lord by praying for those in need and working within the prison ministry.

Ronnie enjoyed playing video games with his grandkids and spending time with his wife and kids. He was a major Chicago Cubs fan.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Jimmy and Richard; sister, Shirley and Genevieve; and mother-in-law, Katie Harris.

Survivors include his wife, Catherine; children, Corey (Nicole), Christopher (Lindsay), and Cameron (Catie) Blake; siblings, Larry Thomas, Joan Parker, Tommy Thomas, Sissy Alanda Downs and Mamie Harris; father-in-law, Frank Harris; daughter by heart, Sydney Duke; and several grandchildren

Services will be held at Word of Life Church in the near future. Cremation under the direction of Simplify Cremations & Funerals.

The family suggests memorial gifts to be sent to Word of Life Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.simplifyfunerals.com.