Charles Thomas

Charles Thomas, 70, of Lake Ariel, died Tuesday morning at home. His wife of 29 years is the former Virginia Richards.

Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Franklin and Catherine Adamitis Thomas.

Before retirement, he was self-employed in the logging business. He was also a lifelong craftsman in woodworking and an avid hunter who loved and enjoyed his pets.

He was a strong man with a great sense of humor and was considered a very good friend by many he knew. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be deeply missed by all.

Also surviving are two daughters, Tammy Thomas, Wilkes-Barre; and Tina Lysak, Ransom; a stepson, Richard Lewert, Jessup; two stepdaughters, Karen Lewert, Archbald; and Kathy Agostini, Old Forge; a brother, Tommy Thomas, New Jersey; a sister, Patricia Jones, Florida; two grandchildren, Mike and Nicole Thomas; several nieces and nephews.

He was also preceded in death by a great-grandchild, Gabriel Thomas, on Feb. 19, 2010.

A blessing service will be held Thursday at 5 p.m. at the Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 418 S. State St., Clarks Summit, by the Rev. Jeffrey Tudgay.

Friends may call Thursday from 4 p.m. until time of the service.

For directions or to send an online condolence, visit www.lawrenceeyoungfuneralhome.com.