Tommathew T. Thomas

Dr. Tommathew T. Thomas died in his home on February 3, 2016 in Bethlehem, PA. He was 77.

“Dr. Tom” was born on November 27, 1938 in Manimala, India to his father and mother Matthew and Rosamma Theempalangad Thomas. Tom met his wife Mary in Bonn, Germany and they married in May of 1969. He graduated from the University of Bonn in 1972 with a Medical Degree. The Thomas moved first to Baltimore, MD where Tom did his residency and specialty studies in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology through Howard University in Washington D.C. They later moved to Montana where Tom was known for caring and providing for those in need. He was active in the Catholic Church and a 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus Trinity Council 313 in Bethlehem, PA and 4th degree Monseigneur Hennessy Assembly in Glendive, MT.

Dr. Thomas was very involved with his patients; making house visits and donating his time and medical care to those in need. He could always been seen filming his kids annual dance recitals as he was blessed by 6 children. As they grew up he taught them the importance of family, education and hard work. He was proud of their achievements.

Dr. Thomas is survived by his wife Mary, daughters Diana, Aisha, Helen, Sonja, Mallika, and son Tommy, 9 grandchildren, his sister Jane Malamakal, and brothers Prof. TM Joseph and John Matthew. His mother and father precede him in death.

A funeral will take place on February 6, 2016 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Bethlehem, PA at 10:00am. Call in the church from 9 to 10 a.m. A private burial ceremony will follow. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Dr. Thomas life.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to UNICEF.

Calling Hours
Saturday, February 6, 2016
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church
3219 Santee Road
Bethlehem PA 18020
US

Mass of Christian Burial
Saturday, February 6, 2016
10:00 AM
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church
3219 Santee Road
Bethlehem PA 18020
US

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245 East Broad St.
Bethlehem PA - 18018
US
610-868-8531