BRISTOLVILLE — Albert Sherman Thomas, 64, of Bristolville, passed away Friday, Nov. 3, 2023, at his home with his family by his side.
He was born Oct. 3, 1959, in Warren, a son of the late Sherman Lloyd Thomas and the late Margaret Emma Phillips Thomas.
On Feb. 2, 1994, he married Karen L. Lawler and they have spent the last 29 years together.
Albert was a graduate of Maplewood High School Class of 1978, and was employed as an operating technician at Cleveland Cliffs, the former coke plant, for 44 years.
He was a member of Bristolville Church of the Brethren. Albert loved horses and began riding at the age of 7, and continued this through 4-H into high school. He rode horses with his family all over Ohio, Pennsylvania and also to the Smoky Mountains. Later in life, he took up playing pool and was a member of the APA, playing at the Moose and NAUS Clubs. Albert was a diehard Pittsburgh Steelers fan and also enjoyed muscle cars and Jeeps, owning several.
He is survived by his wife, Karen L. Thomas of Bristolville; daughter, Jacqlynn (Bryan) Dawson of Southington; stepson, Paul Rupchak of Salem, and sister, Joyce (Daniel) Francosky of Cortland.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Celebration of Life will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, at Aulizio’s Banquet Center, 4395 Youngstown Road SE, Warren, OH 44484.
Carl W. Hall Funeral Home is assisting with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Hospice of the Valley, 979 Tibbetts Wick Road, Suite A, Girard, OH 44420, in Albert’s memory.
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