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Wilbur Lewis Thomas

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Wilbur Lewis Thomas
Wilbur Lewis Thomas
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Wilbur Lewis Thomas, better know as “JR”, passed away Tuesday April 7, 8 days shy of his 80th birthday. An original Alaskan character, a resident of some 68 years, JR led a colorful life as a contractor and gold miner. He will be missed by family, friends, and enemies.

He is survived by daughters Renee Mackey and Pilar Chestler; sons Cash Joyce, Howard Joyce, and Mike Herring; and brothers Lenny Thomas and Howard Thomas.

There will be a graveside service at Pioneer Cemetery in Palmer, date to be announced.

Published in: Obituaries, Archives, Wilbur Lewis Thomas, Renee Mackey, Show, Pilar Chestler, Howard Thomas, Lenny Thomas, Enemy, Cash Joyce
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