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Where Heritage and Life are celebrated.

Edgar Russell Thomas, Sr.

October 29, 1941- October 31, 2020

Edgar Russell Thomas, Sr., 80, of Dunkirk passed away October 31, 2020. He was born October 29, 1941 to Samuel and Elsie (Stallings) Thomas. Edgar grew up and graduated school in 1959 in Calvert County. He enjoyed going to the American Legion for dinners and dancing. With family he farmed tobacco but also worked as an equipment operator eventually retiring from Southern Maryland Cable. After retiring his passion was Garden Tractor pulling. He, his wife, son and friends built a pulling track on their property and hosted, along with the Chesapeake Garden Tractor Pullers, many pulls for adults and children. He really enjoyed seeing others participate and have fun. He was a very generous person and will be missed dearly.

Edgar is survived by his wife Margaret “Emily” Parks-Thomas, son Edgar Russell Thomas Jr. of Dunkirk, grandsons Brian Thomas and Randy Thomas (Brittany Tice), great-grandson Gage Thomas, brother in law Samuel Parks and sister in law Gloria Parks.

 

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Saturday, November 14, 2020
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Rausch Funeral Home-Owings

8325 Mt. Harmony Lane
Owings, MD 20736

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    Mary Gott
    5 Nov 2020
    7:57am

    I am so sorry to hear that you lost Edgar Russell. I did not realize he was sick. I will miss seeing him at our reunions. I am in Florida now but will be home on the 9th and hope to be able to attend the service. Mary Gott

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    Joan Manifold Knopp
    5 Nov 2020
    9:43am

    Emily and family,
    So sorry to hear of the loss of Edgar Russell. Always had a smile and something nice to say. Will never forget him.
    My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

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    Deale
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    CHERYL LEWIS
    5 Nov 2020
    11:32am

    I can’t put into words how much I will miss this fine man. He was our energizer bunny at the tractor pulls. He will be missed by so many.

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    EDGEWATER
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    Betty Fale
    5 Nov 2020
    1:35pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

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    Chesapeake Beach
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    Mary Jean Chaney
    5 Nov 2020
    2:57pm

    Truly sorry to hear about Edgar. I will certainly miss all the laughs and great times we shared on Friday nights at Abner’s Crabhouse. He was a true friend to Sam and I. Sending prayers 🙏 and condolences to you and your family. Much love❤️. MJ and Sam Chaney

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    Owings
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    Laurie Shifflett
    5 Nov 2020
    3:55pm

    I am so sorry to hear about Edgar Russell, I missed him and Emily so much. I love them both very much. Prayers for family.

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    Prince Frederick
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    Laurie Shifflett
    5 Nov 2020
    4:26pm

    My heart along with my mom’s Hattie Rickett is broken, Edgar Russell was a great man and we loved him and Emily very much. Prayers for the family.

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    Prince Frederick
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    Louis Riley
    5 Nov 2020
    8:27pm

    Met Edgar and his Family through a mutual Friend. Kind hearted, Fun-loving family.
    We had a brief time together. There was a lot fun and tractor pulls on the property.
    Treasured memories I will never forget.
    One smart and sharp fella.
    It is our Loss. He will truly be missed.

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    Edgewater
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Sort Comments

    Mary Gott
    5 Nov 2020
    7:57am

    I am so sorry to hear that you lost Edgar Russell. I did not realize he was sick. I will miss seeing him at our reunions. I am in Florida now but will be home on the 9th and hope to be able to attend the service. Mary Gott

    save
    City
    Solomons
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Joan Manifold Knopp
    5 Nov 2020
    9:43am

    Emily and family,
    So sorry to hear of the loss of Edgar Russell. Always had a smile and something nice to say. Will never forget him.
    My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

    save
    City
    Deale
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    CHERYL LEWIS
    5 Nov 2020
    11:32am

    I can’t put into words how much I will miss this fine man. He was our energizer bunny at the tractor pulls. He will be missed by so many.

    save
    City
    EDGEWATER
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Betty Fale
    5 Nov 2020
    1:35pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

    save
    City
    Chesapeake Beach
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Mary Jean Chaney
    5 Nov 2020
    2:57pm

    Truly sorry to hear about Edgar. I will certainly miss all the laughs and great times we shared on Friday nights at Abner’s Crabhouse. He was a true friend to Sam and I. Sending prayers 🙏 and condolences to you and your family. Much love❤️. MJ and Sam Chaney

    save
    City
    Owings
    State
    Md
    Reply
    Laurie Shifflett
    5 Nov 2020
    3:55pm

    I am so sorry to hear about Edgar Russell, I missed him and Emily so much. I love them both very much. Prayers for family.

    save
    City
    Prince Frederick
    State
    Md
    Reply
    Laurie Shifflett
    5 Nov 2020
    4:26pm

    My heart along with my mom’s Hattie Rickett is broken, Edgar Russell was a great man and we loved him and Emily very much. Prayers for the family.

    save
    City
    Prince Frederick
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Louis Riley
    5 Nov 2020
    8:27pm

    Met Edgar and his Family through a mutual Friend. Kind hearted, Fun-loving family.
    We had a brief time together. There was a lot fun and tractor pulls on the property.
    Treasured memories I will never forget.
    One smart and sharp fella.
    It is our Loss. He will truly be missed.

    save
    City
    Edgewater
    State
    Md
    Reply

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