Warren Craig Thomas

Warren Craig Thomas, born in Panama City, Florida on January 28, 1965, and raised in Meridian, MS from an early age, passed away in Gulfport peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on July 19, 2023. He graduated from Northeast Lauderdale High School and later served with dedication in the Air National Guard. Craig spent 36 years at Mississippi Power Co., displaying remarkable intelligence and a talent for fixing anything that came his way, he earned the respect and admiration of his colleagues. A true embodiment of a Southern gentleman, Craig's warmth and kindness were boundless. He touched the lives of many through his genuine generosity and easy-going nature. Family meant the world to him, and he treasured every moment shared with his beloved children and adored grandchildren. Among his passions, Craig found solace on the water with his cherished boat, seeking tranquility in the waves. He relished exploring beaches and basking in the beauty of nature. Additionally, he nurtured his love for cooking and gardening, sharing the fruits of his labor with those he held dear. But above all, Craig was profoundly proud of his family, and they were the heart and soul of his life. He was a great father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend to many and he will be dearly missed but forever remembered for the love he shared with all that knew him. Left to cherish his memories is his loving wife, Rachel Lynn Thomas; children, Lauren (Jeremy) Pogue and Madaline (Alfredo) Ladner; grandchildren, Kennedy Pogue, Landie Pogue, Brooklee Pogue, Isaiah Matute, and Eden Matute; mother, Patricia “Pat” Harris; sister, Bethany (Allen) Ward; brother, Michael Keith Thomas; twin cousin, Christy (Todd) Eldridge; nieces and nephews, Lindsey Lemmon, Chase Thomas, Kaleigh Thomas, Anna Katherine Ward, Katie Allyn Ward, Preston Thomas, and Jack Delaughter; aunts, Nelda (Larry) Buie, Jan (Mike) Pemberton who loved him like their own, and numerous cousins. Welcoming Warren into heaven is his, Father, Robert “Bob” Harris and brother, Douglas Eugene Thomas. Trinity Funeral Services is honored to serve the Thomas Family and ask that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers during these difficult times. A celebration of life will be held at a later date for family and friends on the coast.