Hayward Thomas age 75, of Paxton passed away February 12, 2023. He was born November 30, 1947 the son of John Thomas and Eva Simmons Thomas. Hayward joined the U.S. Army and served his country in Vietnam. He came home and worked as a police officer in Florala, Andalusia, Geneva and retiring in Walton County after 45 years of service. Hayward was elected Mayor of Paxton and served his community for 20 years. His greatest legacy was his love for his family. His faith in Jesus Christ sustained him as he bravely fought many health issues. He fought the good fight. He kept the Faith. He finished the race. He was preceded in death by son, Brian Thomas; father, John Thomas; mother, Eva Simmons Thomas; brothers, Jimmy Ray Thomas and Johnny Roy Thomas.

He is survived by wife Barbara Peacock Thomas, son, Chris Thomas, daughter's, Stephanie Rojas and husband Rick, Mahaley Thomas, brother, Harold Thomas, sister, Deloris Tunnage.

Funeral services for Hayward Thomas will be 2PM Monday February 20, 2023 at Evans Funeral Home. Visitation will be 1 hour before services.

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