Warren – James Thomas, 69, passed away Friday, April 17, 2020 from the covid 19 virus.

He was born on November 18, 1950, in Warren, Ohio the son of Omar E. and Naomi Thomas Sr.

He was a graduate of Howland High School. He served our Country in the U.S. Army during the Viet Nam War. James retired from the Warren City Water Department filtration plant after 30 years, and was most recently employed by Toyota of Warren. He enjoyed stock car racing, building his  model cars and spending time with his best buddy "Jax".

He is survived by his wife of 41 years Esther Thomas, two children Michael (Melissa) Thomas of Vienna, and Frances Thomas of Warren, a grandchild Madison Thomas of Warren, a brother Joseph O. Thomas of Bradenton, FL, and a great aunt Katherine Bakeris of Boardman.

He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother Omar Thomas Jr, and in-law Frank and Frances Cornicello.

No services will be held at this time.

The family would like to Thank all the Nurses and Doctors at St. Joseph Hospital for all the care and everything they did for James. Especially the Nurses and Doctors in the ICU unit at the hospital.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel 1884 North Rd. NE, Warren, Ohio 44483.

Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to view this obituary, sign the guestbook, and send condolences to James's family.