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Jeff Thomas, politician and doctor, dies at age 69

By STACY VOGEL   Wednesday, September 16, 2009 - 5:01 p.m.
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Dr. Jeffrey Thomas, retired Janesville doctor and Democratic politician, died Wednesday at St. Elizabeth Manor, Footville. He was 69.

Thomas served on the Janesville City Council and Janesville School Board. He ran unsuccessfully for Wisconsin's First Congressional District seat seven times, focusing on health care, education and jobs in his campaigns.

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JohnDoe
Sep 17, 2009 at 8:58 p.m.
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His heart was definately in the right place.

JNLRanch
Sep 17, 2009 at 7:49 p.m.
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I am a caregiver at St. Elizabeth Manor. I had the privilege of getting to know this wonderful man during his few month stay.
You could definitely tell he was a good father by how pleasant his children were; there is so much love in that whole family.
The most prominent thing I will always remember about Dr. Thomas though was his ability to play the piano. He only played a few times during his stay, but when he did the whole building lit up and everyone would gather around. I wish I would have recorded some, it used to make me melt.
I will miss "doc" greatly and wish his family the best. He will always be remembered.

moralitypolice
Sep 17, 2009 at 8:06 a.m.
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I'm thankful I had the opportunity to meet this man, and chat with him several times. He always left an impression, and fought for what he believed in. May he rest in peace.

gazettefan
Sep 17, 2009 at 7:53 a.m.
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I saw him paying his check at the Sizzlin Grill once. I didn't see the tip he left, but from what people are saying about him here, it was probably a good one

outdoors
Sep 17, 2009 at 1:12 a.m.
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If Im not mistaken the man was also giving free health care for a time. Its a loss to the community.

amused
Sep 16, 2009 at 10:44 p.m.
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This man gave his all to whatever his task at hand was. Even as a damn democrat, he was a man of conviction. This republican RN is sad to see the community lose this great advocate.

amused
Sep 16, 2009 at 10:36 p.m.
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Sad news. He was great at everything he attempted.

redbedhead
Sep 16, 2009 at 9:10 p.m.
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Super nice man..... my thoughts and prayers to his family.

Shopierehuh
Sep 16, 2009 at 8:26 p.m.
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Too bad, he was a nice guy and a good doctor. He did a lot of repairs on me over the years, all with good result. R.I.P. Doc.

NVgrf
Sep 16, 2009 at 7:12 p.m.
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Always enjoyed talking with Doc on the golf course. Sorry to hear about his death.

momof5
Sep 16, 2009 at 5:51 p.m.
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I agree Hannah

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