Paul Anthony Thomas

Paul Anthony Thomas died Tuesday, January 19, 2021 in Kalamazoo, MI after battling cancer. He was born December 14, 1951 in Dowagiac, MI a son of John M. and Virginia (Anthony) Thomas.

He then attended both Bangor and South Haven Public Schools, where he lettered in both cross country and track and field. He attended Grand Valley University. Most recently he was enrolled in the WMU Senior Citizens' Opportunity Program in Education. Paul made many friends at the Waldo Library with his humorous stories.

He served his country as an Army medical corpsman in Alaska from 1969 to 1971.

Returning to civilian life he worked a number of jobs in South Haven and St. Joseph before starting his own book business focusing on rare and unique publications. This evolved to focusing on book binding for area collectors and authors.

In retirement his focus was on genealogy. Tracing his family roots from the early 1500's to present day. He shared this ability willingly with many others in the Kalamazoo area.

Paul was a member of AA for the past 26 years and was well respected for his guidance and sponsorships. Memorial contributions are welcomed at the Alano Club of Kalamazoo, 933 South Burdick, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Paul was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by two brothers, Mark A. (Anne Hawkinson) Thomas of Lawrence, MI and John C. Thomas of Sparta, MI. Additionally, many nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place at Langeland Family Cremation Center, 6628 Tall Oaks Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49009. Private services will be held later. Arrangements entrusted to Langeland Family Funeral Homes Burial & Cremation Services, 3926 S 9th St, Kalamazoo, MI 49009. To view Paul's personalized web page, please visit https://www.langelands.com