Benny Larry Thomas Sr. Benny Larry Thomas, Sr., 79, of Show Low passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021 in Mesa. Benny was born on Feb. 6, 1942, in Indian Wells to John Thomas and Helen Franklin. He was one of 14 children. A viewing will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 2, at the Owens Livingston Mortuary White Mountain Chapel, located at 320 N. 9th Street in Show Low, with the funeral service to follow at 12 p.m. Interment will follow in the Show Low Cemetery. He married Nellie and they had six children together. He worked at Southwest Sawmill in McNary until they closed. Benny loved spending time with his family and being outdoors fishing. He enjoyed going on long drives and a good conversation. He always had a story to tell. Benny was a loving dad, grandpa, husband, uncle and friend. Benny is survived by his five children, Arnold Sr., Amos, Hershel, Connie and Brenda; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Helen; his wife, Nellie; son, Benny Jr.; all 13 siblings; and his great-grandson, Daniel Jr. Owens Livingston Mortuary of Show Low handled the arrangements.
