Rocky Leon Thomas

Rocky Loen Thomas Sr., age 69 of Idaho Falls, Idaho, Passed away on January 26, 2025 at his residence.  He was born on December 22, 1955, in Pendleton, Oregon, to Don Leon Thomas and Margaret Denny.

Rocky’s life was one of adventure and hard work.  He spent many years as a truck driver, retiring after a long and dedicated career.  Throughout his life, he lived in several places, including Texas, Washington State, Oregon, and Idaho.

In his personal life, Rocky was a father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.  He was married to Kathleen Rose Hatch later divorced and was currently with his partner Mendi Coffman. Rocky’s family was his pride, and he found great joy in spending time with them. His legacy continues through his children: Rocky and Heather Thomas Jr, Jeremy and Amy Thomas, Skip and Chantelle Thomas, Marcia and Rachel Thomas, Brandon and Andy Thomas, Angie Anderson and Amy Bates, and Rocky’s brothers and sisters John Thomas, Ed Thomas, Ken Thomas, Carmen Romero and Krisinda Grimm.  Rocky was also a proud grandfather of 31 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.

Outside of family, Rocky had a passion for playing pool.

Rocky was preceded in death by his parents, Don and Margret, and leaves behind a family who will miss him dearly. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.eckersellfuneralhome.com

“I Am Learning How to Live”

I am learning how to live

In a new way

Since that day

you were taken away

I am learning how to live

With the things left unsaid

Knowing I got to say them

With every tear that I shed.

I am learning how to live

By embracing the pain

Knowing that you live on

Through the memories that remain.

I am learning how to live

Knowing I will never again See your face

And I have peace knowing

You’re in a better place.

I am learning how to live

Knowing you’re in God’s care

It gives me the strength to move on

And makes the pain much easier to bear.