Dayne Layton Thomas

Dayne L. Thomas, age 87, of Dover, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025, at Aultman Hospital in Canton.

He was born on November 24, 1937, in Altoona, Pennsylvania, to the late Dayne L. and Anna (Siegler) Thomas.

Dayne enjoyed a career with United Airlines, working in both Cleveland and Denver. He was an active former member of the St. Joseph Seniors and worshipped at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dover.

A passionate traveler, Dayne had the remarkable experience of visiting every continent except Antarctica. He especially enjoyed cruising and spending winters in Puerto Vallarta. He was also an avid fisherman, with a deep fondness for casting a line on Lake Erie.

Dayne leaves behind his family including his wife, Rachel (Ickes) Thomas; his son, Dayne (Angie) Thomas of Bolivar; grandchildren, Megan (Andrew) Floor, Dayne (Ashley) Thomas, Abigail (partner, Brian Kern) Thomas, Catherine (Val) Thomas, Richard Thomas, Gavin Thomas, and Mariana Thomas; great-grandchildren, Sullivan and Ian Floor; daughter-in-law, Heather Thomas; and numerous step-children, step-grandchildren; and step-great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents; Dayne was preceded in passing by his wife of 49 years, the late Elaine (Weaver) Thomas on January 1, 2015; his sons, David and Matthew Thomas; and his infant daughter, Ann Thomas.

No public services are scheduled. Inurnment will be held in Lorain, Ohio at a later date.