Ricky E. Thomas Obituary
The memory of Ricky E. Thomas of Lafayette, Indiana, who passed away on January 27, 2025 at the age of 65, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ricky E. Thomas to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Gerald Thomas and Mary Kaniewski (Schrader); his stepfather Henry Kaniewski; and his sister Patti Barker. He is survived by: his stepchildren, Elliott Hicks (Kandi) and Jennifer Jonkman (Ted); his brother Henry Kaniewski (Erika); his grandchildren, Lutrista Jacobs, Benjamin Jonkman, Elana Hughes, Lindsey Jonkman and Lillian Jonkman; his great grandchildren, Sabrina, Khloe, Alexa, Naomi, Kalani and Imre; his aunt Shirley Morrison; his uncle Gary Mitchell (Debra); his niece Daphine Kaniewski (Julian); and his nephews, Joey Minor (Tiffany), Zachary Barker (Brittney) and Vinnie Barker (Ashley).
In lieu of usual remembrances, contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.
