Christopher Alan Thomas

Christopher Alan Thomas transitioned from this world on June 14, 2024, in Clay Center, Kansas. 

Chris was born on October 12, 1976, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Richard Alan and Bette Jane (Belt) Thomas. 

His unwavering service defined Chris's journey. He bravely served in the US Marines for four honorable years before pursuing a career at Nelson's Hatchery. His commitment to duty and his country was truly admirable.

Chris was a well-liked figure in his community with an ornery yet endearing personality. His passion for music, Chiefs football, Royals baseball, and darts brought joy and camaraderie to those around him. Whether cheering for his favorite teams or engaging in a lively game of darts, Chris’s enthusiasm was contagious.

During his time on earth, Chris touched the lives of many. He is survived by his father Richard Thomas, daughters, Cantrell Thomas, and Brianna Wiget, sisters Kimberly Wolcott, and Angel Burnett, and his "brother from another mother" Shane Bliss. In addition to these loved ones, numerous extended family members, nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles, and his bonus children grieve the absence of Chris in their lives.

Chris was preceded in death by his mother, Bette Jane Thomas.

A visitation to honor Chris's memory will occur on Friday, June 21, 2024, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, Kansas. The funeral service will follow on Saturday, June 22nd at 10:30 AM in the same location, a graveside service with military honors will be held in the Wamego City Cemetery. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Cantrell Thomas and may be made payable to Cantrell Thomas and left in the care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home PO Box 48, Wamego, Kansas 66547.