Fred Eugene Thomas

Fred Eugene Thomas, age 69 passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2010 in Sebring, Florida. He was born in Bartow, Florida to W. Clifford and Vera Alvena (Drawdy) Thomas. He was a Teacher for the Department of Corrections, member of the First Baptist Church. He enjoyed drawing and designing automobiles, drag racing, building race engines, he was an accomplished pianist; he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and had been a lifelong resident of Avon Park, Florida. He is survived by his wife of 45 years-Nancy L. Thomas of Avon Park, Florida; daughters-Marcy Lynn Neff (David) of Valrico, Florida and Amanda Jane Maghan (Jason) of Sebring, Florida; brothers-Tommy Thomas (Joanie) of Florida, Bill Thomas (Brenda) of Lake City, Florida and Jerry Casey (Patty) of Tallahassee, Florida; sister-in-law-Thetis Casey of Avon Park, Florida; 3 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Thursday, August 26, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home in Avon Park. Funeral services will be held Friday, August 27, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. in the Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home with Dr. Howard Leman officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Paralyzed Veterans Association of Florida, Inc., 3799 North Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309. Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home Avon Park