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Robert Franklin Thomas

Robert Franklin Thomas, age 61, a native of Gainesville, passed away following a brief illness on September 7, 2022 at ET York Haven Hospice.  He was born on March 22, 1961 to Donald and Celeta Thomas.  He played football for Eastside High School in the late seventies. He worked as a carpenter and property manager before retiring.  He was a Baptist. He loved music, sports, and being surrounded by the beauty of God’s nature. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Mary Burton.  Robert is survived by his daughter Amber Thomas, brothers Don (Gail) Orth and Eddie Thomas, sister Debbie (Rick) Garmon, and many nieces, nephews and wonderful friends.  A memorial service will be held Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at the Milam Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. David Chauncey officiating.  Arrangements are in the care of MILAM FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, 311 S. Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601, (352) 376-5361

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In consideration of COVID-19, as well as the families we are serving, we would like for those of you whose immune systems are compromised please stay home and send the family a condolence card. We may also be forced to postpone services if this continues or worsens. Our profession as funeral directors is not only focused on serving families, but also protecting the families and the community at-large. Thank you and please take care!

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