Mitchell Thomas

November 7, 1959 - January 16, 2020

Mitchell “Shitbird” Thomas, 60, Goshen, died Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, at his home. He was born Nov. 7, 1959 in LaGrange County, to Herman Lee & Patricia Jo Desmond. Surviving are 3 daughters, Sabrina Lee (Joseph) Hughes, Goshen, Sireana Thomas, Mishawaka, Kimberly Bell, Goshen, a half-sister, Michelle (Jason) Blackman, Katy, Texas and 7 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mitchell was a 1979 graduate of Constantine High School. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1979-1983 and reenlisted from 1985-1987, working as a Ship Serviceman on the USS Constellation and as a Haul Technician on the USS Enterprise. Mitchell worked in Security at Quality Drive, Goshen and previously was an over the road truck driver for many trucking companies. He enjoyed spending time and joking around with his family and grandkids. Mitch enjoyed his motorcycles and riding freely. He had the biggest heart and was always putting others before himself and loved his family very much. The family will have a gathering at a later date. Memorial donations may be sent to Alcoholics Anonymous. Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, is handling arrangements and online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com