Maurice A. "Rip" Thomas

Maurice A. “Rip” Thomas passed away on September 15, 2026, in Port Jefferson, New York, at the age of 88. He was born on August 5, 1938, in Baltimore, Maryland. Remembered with love and respect, Rip lived a life marked by dedication to his family, pride in his work, and faithful service to his country.

Rip was a high school graduate who went on to build a remarkable career as an Operating Engineer for Local 15 in New York City for over 60 years. He was also a proud Army veteran, and that service remained an important part of the life he led. Through his work and military service, he reflected a steady sense of commitment and responsibility.

Above all, Rip will be remembered by the family who brought him so much pride and joy. He is survived by his beloved wife, Carol Thomas. He also leaves his children, Christopher and his wife Sandra, Michael and his wife Billie Jo, and Jaime Olson her husband Richard. Rip’s family continued to grow through the generations, and he is also survived by his grandchildren, Mandy, Kristen, Michael, Colton, Jessie, Richie, Tyler, and Haylee, as well as his great-grandchildren, Jonathan, Michael, Jameson, Bryce, Rippy, Kona, Michaela, and Wyatt. He is also survived by his sister, Connie. Each of them carries forward cherished memories of his life, love, and presence. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Thelma Thomas.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during visitation on September 17, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Mangano Family Funeral Home of Middle Island, 640 Middle Country Road, Middle Island, New York 11953. Burial will take place on September 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Yaphank Cemetery, Main Street, Yaphank, New York 11980. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 9:30 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to St Jude's children's research hospital or Wounded Warriors project