Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, Alfredo and Elvira Olivarez, his daughter, Trena R. Olivarez, and three brothers.
He is survived by his wife Raquel, Children; Tiffany R. Ramirez, Tosha R. Olivarez, Trinity R. Olivarez, Skyler Olivarez, Abigail R. Olivarez and Isidore T. Olivarez, 3 brothers, 7 sisters, 8 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.