Ronald E. Thomas, age 64, passed away peacefully at home on May 19, 2014. He was a son of the late Charles and Margaret (Squires) Thomas. Ronald worked as a welder for the former Conrail for many years before he retired. He was an avid Nascar fan and loved cars, being outdoors, fishing and kayaking. He leaves his wife Carol (Hurd) Thomas of Palmer; his son Ryan Thomas of Springfield, his daughter Crystal Ann Thomas of Palmer and one brother Charles Thomas of Ludlow. He is predeceased by his brother Phillip Thomas. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2014 at Miller Memorial Park, Hovey Road, Monson, MA at 2 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Odyssey Hospice, 5965 Core Road, Suite 603 North Charleston, SC, 29406. For more information please contact Ryan Thomas or Charles Thomas.