In loving memory of

Debbie Thomas

April 8, 1953 - August 24, 2022
From: Sac City, IA
Debbie Thomas

Debbie Thomas

Born: April 8, 1953
Died: August 24, 2022
Age: 69
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  Debbie Thomas, age 69 of Sac City, IA, passed away on August 24, 2022, at home surrounded by family.
 
  Deborah Lynn was born on April 8, 1953, to parents Kenny and Sally (Moss) Eigenheer at Adair County Hospital in Greenfield, IA.  She was the oldest of three children.  She was baptized in Orient, IA and attended Otis Chapel.  Debbie graduated from Orient-Macksburg High School in 1971. 

   Debbie was united in marriage to Arnold Thomas on July 22, 1973, at the Orient Methodist Church.  This union was blessed with three children: Stacey, Michael, and Stephanie.

   Debbie was a voracious reader, Iowa State Cyclone fan, loved singing, playing instruments, painting and traveling.  Just after high school graduation, she toured Europe with an Honor Choir singing in multiple countries.  She and Arnie loved traveling, especially when accompanied by grandchildren.  Over 70 National parks were visited and many beautiful vacations were experienced.  You could always find her cheering on her children or grandchildren at events, games, and meets no matter the location or time.  Debbie, a great humanitarian, fostered 55 children over the course of two decades. Debbie worked many jobs in her career, but her most cherished was being known as the "church lady". 

 Debbie was a loyal Iowa State fan so feel free to dress casual and wear Iowa State clothing. 

   Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 49 years Arnold Thomas of Sac City;  children Michael (Amy) Thomas of Blue Springs, MO and Stephanie (Bruce) Mohr of Sac City, IA; sister Julie (Doug) Westphal of Fontanelle, IA; grandchildren: Brooks, Maximus, Dexter Thomas of Blue Springs, MO and Shyla, Savannah, Logan Mohr of Sac City, IA; Jonna (Tim) Rohrbaugh of Sutherland, IA, Keaton Rohrbaugh of Iowa City, IA and Karter (Taylor) Rohrbaugh of Lincoln, NE, all of whom Debbie considered family; many other extended family members and friends.

 Debbie was preceded in death by her parents Kenny and Sally Eigenheer; daughter Stacey Thomas; and brother Dennis Eigenheer.  

 
   In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Iowa Foster and Adoptive Parents Association and/or BVRMC Foundation AWARE program which helps oncology patients with supplies and necessities. 
 BVRMC Foundation - specify "AWARE" in comments - In memory of Debbie Thomas
 IFAPA - In memory of Debbie Thomas
Tribute Video
SERVICES
Memorial Service
10:30 a.m., Saturday
September 3, 2022
Unity Church (South Campus)
Former First Presbyterian Church
Sac City, Iowa

LIVESTREAM PASSCODE: THOMAS
OFFICIATING
Reverend Michael Sydnor
VISITATION
5:00 - 7:00 p.m., Friday
September 2, 2022
Farber & Otteman Funeral Home
Sac City, Iowa

INTERMENT
Oakland Cemetery
Sac City, Iowa

Condolences

Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 10:14 PM
“Debbie was an amazing woman! She was a kind soul who always had a servant heart. The love she poured into her family and friendships is inspiring and left such a lasting imprint on our hearts. Sending all of the Thomas and extended family hugs and prayers to lift you up. Love to you all!”
- Heather Brzezinski
Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 10:14 PM
“My Sympathies to your family. I will not be able to attend Deb's funeral as I have a previous commitment, but you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.”
- Elaine
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 10:43 PM
“Thinking of Deb and all her family and keeping you in prayers during this difficult time”
- Cindy Williams
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 10:43 PM
“Arnold and family, I'm so sorry to hear of Debbie's passing. You guys should have had a lot of good years yet ahead of you to enjoy each other and life. So sad. Hold your memories close, Dixie Haymond Erdman”
- Dixie Haymond Erdman
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 12:52 PM
“May God keep you and all her friends and family in his loving arms at this difficult time. We were very lucky to have Deb in our lives as Larissa's Godmother. ”
- Jennifer Soll
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 9:10 AM
“Thoughts and prayers for the family. I remember Debbie's beautiful voice and smile.”
- Joni Richardson Gilstrap
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 6:15 PM
“So sorry for your loss Julie, Doug, Arnie and the entire family.”
- Jenny Corkrean
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 1:16 PM
“I spent many nights at the Eigenheer home growing. Debbie was always so sweet and put up with Julie and I's antics. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this time. Just knowing that Debbie is with the Lord and you all have another angel to look down on you. 🙏🙏🙏”
- Terri Buckmiller Carman
Monday, August 29, 2022 at 10:45 AM
“We are so sorry to hear about your Debbie's passing. We knew she is healthy, happy, and whole today with Jesus. I have been impressed with Debbie's love for family which has extended to children in foster care that she loved on as well. Your loss is great. Our God is greater. Vicki (Bowerbank) and Scott Workman”
- Vicki Workman
Monday, August 29, 2022 at 10:45 AM
“Our thoughts and prayers to all of you during this difficult time! Debbie's smile will be missed by many. ”
- David and Cindy Wuebker
Sunday, August 28, 2022 at 7:30 PM
“Please accept our sincere condolences. I remember Debbie as a kind and friendly person. Arnie may God bless you during this time. Gale & Audra McKinney ”
- Gale McKinney
Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 9:59 PM
“We extend our deepest sympathy!”
- Todd and Teri Luckow
Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 9:59 PM
“Our hearts were saddened to hear of Debbie's passing. Our deepest condolences to all her family and friends. ”
- Strain Family
Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 9:59 PM
“We extend our deepest sympathy!”
- Todd and Teri Luckow
Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 11:11 AM
“My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends during this time.”
- Jennifer Justus
Friday, August 26, 2022 at 8:42 PM
“Sending prayers, love and hugs to the families. May God grant you comfort and strength.”
- June Victora Warren
Friday, August 26, 2022 at 8:42 PM
“Debbie was such a lovely person and we were blessed to have gotten to know her. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. ”
- Jason & Lori Dicks
Friday, August 26, 2022 at 4:50 PM
“I graduated with Debbie, spent many nights at her home listening to music and dancing. We hadn't seen much of each other after school but I am not surprised at what a awesome, caring person she was. Prayers and hugs for Arnie and rest of the family. Hang on to all those wonderful memories. Brenda (Sackett) Besonen ”
- Brenda Besonen
Friday, August 26, 2022 at 3:59 PM
“We are so sorry to hear about Debbie's passing! Sounds like she lived a very full life! We always enjoyed seeing you at the Iowa State Fair! May God comfort and guide you in the days ahead. Janet and Dean Dwyer”
- Dean and Jan Dwyer
Friday, August 26, 2022 at 3:59 PM
“Our Deepest Sympathy Lennis and Penny Luckow”
- Penny Luckow
Friday, August 26, 2022 at 3:59 PM
“So sorry to hear of Debbie's passing, Prayers to you and your family.”
- Pamela (Wyllie) Ridner
Friday, August 26, 2022 at 1:51 PM
“My deepest sympathies to Debbie's family & friends. ”
- Penny Wright
Friday, August 26, 2022 at 1:14 PM
“My sincere condolences to the entire Thomas family. ”
- Nancy Luckow
Friday, August 26, 2022 at 12:08 PM
“I am so sorry for the loss of Debbie she was a special caring lady. My heart and prayers are with you all. Hugs Betty Luckow ”
- Betty Luckow
Friday, August 26, 2022 at 11:29 AM
“Arnold My deepest sympathy to you and yours. I remember you from way back and you were good to me and my family. The presence of you and your family helped put the HOME in home town.”
- Galen Richards
Friday, August 26, 2022 at 10:13 AM
“I was so sad to hear of Debbie's passing - she was a magnificent lady with so much to give her family and community.We will miss her dearly.”
- Bobbie Wells
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