Paul C. Thomas

July 15, 1943 - March 16, 2023

Paul C. Thomas, age 79, of New Castle, DE, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023.

Born in Wilmington, DE on July 15, 1943, he was a son of the late Clifton A. and Betty (Bell) Thomas. Paul was a graduate of the class of 1961 from De La Warr High School. He worked as a truck driver for Teamsters.

Dedicated to helping others, Paul was a member of Holloway Terrace Fire Company as well as a life member of Christiana Fire Company. He also was a member of the Teamsters Union. Paul earned his private pilot’s license and greatly enjoyed flying.

In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his sister, Georgia T. Wood; and brother, Stewart E. Thomas. He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Snyder (Clifford) of Bridgeton, NJ; and grandchildren, Brittany Snyder of Pennsville, NJ, Noah Snyder of Bridgeton, NJ, and Sarah Snyder of Bridgeton, NJ.

All services will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Paul’s memory to the Delaware Burn Camp, P.O. Box 68, Dover, DE 19903 or online by clicking here.

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  • Bridget and family. So sorry for your loss. Bridgett. I will be in touch.
    Barbara & Henry.

  • RIP Paul. Now you are all together again. I am sure Aunt Betty is at peace.

  • Paul you will be deeply missed. Many nights up in the pool table room at Sta #12. Rest easy now my Friend.

  • Thank You for your Volunteer Service Paul. Paul Drove both Fire Equipment and the Ambulance when I responded to assist many EMS and Fire Responses in the 3, 6, & 12 Local. RIP Paul and God Bless!

  • Cliff, Jen, and Kids,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Sorry for your loss.
    Julius and Debbie Simmons

  • I will always remember our talks about aviation experiences. I really enjoyed getting to talk with you after the Company Meetings. You are very much missed my friend.

  • To the family of Paul , I am saddened to learn of his passing. I often times worked with Paul , enjoying his stories. He will be missed at the Farmers Market on Friday getting his sausage sandwich from the Amish
    Take. Care. Of. Yourselves

  • Paul was a wonderful person my brothers and i will miss u Christopher and mike and berny amoroso

  • Our deepest condolences to Family and friends.