HUGOTON – Frankie Dee Thomas, 78, died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025 at Stevens County Hospital in Hugoton.
He was born Aug. 20, 1947 to James and Flora (Cauthan) Thomas.
He married Charlotte Reardon Sept. 1, 1967. She survives.
He served his country in the United States Army, completing 18 months of service in Vietnam as part of the 173rd Airborne Brigade.
After his military service, he built a respected career as an electrician and later founded his own business, FDT Electric.
He earned his bachelor’s degree from the Southwest Baptist College and also became an ordained minister.
His passion for sports was evident in everything he did. He loved coaching, refereeing, and cheering on local teams. He also enjoyed golfing and spending cherished time with his grandchildren, who he loved dearly.
He served on the Hugoton City Council and was an active member of Pheasant Heaven Charities.
Survivors also include his children: Tabitha (Eric) Rich, Aaron (Joy) Thomas, and Hillary (Ryan) Bleiker; sisters, Beverly (Robert) Nuckolls and Tava (Wayne) Davis; brother, James (Marla) Thomas; grandchildren: Erica Rich, Cameron (Madisyn) Thomas, Jada Thomas, Dayton Bleiker, Easton Bleiker.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Kay Lariviere.
• Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 at Hugoton Cemetery in Hugoton, with Pastor Obed Aying presiding. Military rites will be conducted by Ft. Riley Funeral Honor Guard and Southwest Kansas Funeral Honor Guard.
Memorials are suggested to Pheasant Heaven Charities in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 920 E. 11th St. Hugoton, KS 67951.
Condolences may be left at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.
