Richard DeWayne Thomas Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away on June 18, 2018 at the age of 71. He was born on April 19, 1947 to Charles and Margie Thomas in Indianapolis. He graduated from Ft. Wayne North High School and attended Purdue University. Throughout his career Richard had a passion for entrepreneurship. He developed and sold several companies. His most important endeavor was that of devoted family man to his wife, Gennie; children, Leslie (Danny) Carey, Richard Jr. (Rachel) and Jennifer Astle; grandchildren, Carly, Ricky III, Riley and Megan and brother, David, Charles and John. Services will be private. Arrangements by ARN Funeral & Cremation Services, 11411 N. Michigan Road, Zionsville, IN 46077