Tommie Ray Thomas, 69 of Van Buren passed away Wednesday, September 12, 2018 in his home. He was retired from Bekaert Steel Wire Corp. in Van Buren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lesa (Workman) Thomas; his parents Raymond and Stella (White) Thomas.

Arrangements and cremation under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home in Van Buren, memorial service will be held at a later date.

He is survived by three daughters, Ginger Rainwater and wife, Andy of Fort Smith, Georgia Ahrens of Alma, LeAnn Biggerstaff and husband, Chris of Van Buren; his twin sister, Jeanie Dougan of Oklahoma City, Gayle Brewer of Alma; One brother, Jerry Thomas of Van Buren; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren.