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ISAAC THOMAS, deceased, for ten years prior to his death a highly respected and esteemed citizen of the village of Harmanville, Pennsylvania, was born on the old homestead, near Pottstown, in Montgomery county, Pennsylvania, January 23, 1833. His grandfather, Jacob Thomas, was born in the vicinity of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, where he followed the occupation of farming. Among his children was John Thomas, father of Isaac Thomas, who also followed the occupation of farming.

Isaac Thomas was educated in the schools adjacent to his home, and early in life served an apprenticeship at the trade of blacksmith. In 1845 he removed to Whitemarsh township, where he was successfully engaged in blacksmithing, and in 1871 he located in the village of Harmanville, where he conducted a blacksmith shop up to the time of his death. He was treasurer of the Whitemarsh Building and Loan Association for a number of years. He held membership in the Methodist church, which he attended regularly, and he was an active leader of the Bible class for a quarter of a century. In politics he was a stanch Democrat, always taking an active interest in the success of his party. He was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.

On March 13, 1853, Mr. Thomas married Miss Frances A. Colflesh, who was born in West Conshohocken, Lower Merion township, August 18, 1827, one of nine children born to John and Hannah (Otey) Colflesh, both of whom have been long deceased. Two children were born to them, as follows: Walter S., born January 16, 1858, died November 11, 1876; and Clara W., born December 17, 1861, who resides with her mother. Mr. Thomas, who was a straightforward and conscientious man in all the affairs of life, a good citizen, a dutiful husband, and an indulgent father, died January 16, 1881, survived by his wife and daughter Clara W. Thomas. Mrs. Thomas is an active woman for her years, and is thoroughly respected in the community in which she lives.