Wayne L. “Bud” Thomas

Wayne L. “Bud” Thomas March 7, 1924 – Jan. 28, 2010 Lived all his life in Mill City, graduate of Mill City high school class of 1942. He passed away peacefully at his home in Mill City with his family at his side. He had worked for 27 yrs. For the US forestry service as a reforestation technician, having retired in 1982. He was married to Barbara Pritchard on May 22, 1959 in Reno, Nevada and they made their home in Mill City. He was a member of the Mill City Presbyterian Church and enjoyed guns, target shooting, hunting the outdoors, traveling, reading and was quite the historian. He also enjoyed flying and had his own plane. He is survived by his wife, Barbara of Mill City; son, Bernie Thomas of Portland; and many friends. Memorials may be made to the Mill City Fire Dept. or the American Legion Post 159 of Mill City Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Weddle Funeral Services Stayton, Oregon.