THOMAS, DAVID GIBSON age 80, died Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Wellbridge of Grand Blanc, MI. Memorial Services will be announced at a later date. David was born September 10, 1938 in Oxford, MI to parents Benjamin and Janet (MacQueen) Thomas. David completed studies at the County Normal School in Hillman, MI. followed by teaching school in Charlotte, MI., while continuing studies at Michigan State University. He served in the U.S. Navy, from 1961 to 1965. David was employed by the City of Pontiac as a Fire Fighter, working his way through the ranks. He finally retired as Fire Chief. He earned a degree in Fire Science from Macomb Community College. He was a avid sports fan of all sports, especially MSU. David was a diehard golfer, spending winters in Myrtle Beach, SC so that he could continue this love year round. David is survived by his wife Susan; son-in-law Bryan Busha; grandsons Elijah and Elliott “Fritz” Busha. David was preceded in death by daughter Kristen Thomas Busha. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
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