Myrtle E. Thomas, age 80, of Riverside, passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at Trinity Community in Beavercreek.  She was born on April 3, 1942, in Ironton to the late Monterville and Mildred (Cottrell) Salmons.

Myrtle is survived by three children: Claude (Tina) Thomas, Jr., Kathy (Greg) Felkley and William Thomas; brothers: Haskell (Sylvia) Salmons, Mike Salmons and Jerry (Dawn) Salmons; sisters: Lucy (Gary) Wells, Mary (Buck) Lewis, Elaine (Richard) Barnes, Betty (Harold) Rosbrugh and Martha (Mitch) Carter; grandchildren: Jerry Dale, Dustin, Megan, Jessica and Kara; and seven great grandchildren.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her former husband: Claude Thomas, Sr.; brothers: Ronnie and Monterville, Jr.; and sister; Ruby, 2 nieces and 3 nephews.

Myrtle was a member of Crossfire Church.  She was formerly a truck driver for S & S Trucking.  Myrtle enjoyed family and friends, gardening, and puzzles. She also loved woodworking; her profits were donated to a local church.

Funeral service will be held at 12:30 PM on Monday, August 8, 2022, at Crossfire Church in Riverside with Rev. Mike Salmons officiating.  Burial will follow in Byron Cemetery.  Family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM on Monday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association or Hospice of Dayton.  Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.mccolaughfuneralhome.com .