Bayne "Alan" Thomas

Bayne "Alan" Thomas, 72, of Albemarle, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family.

Alan was born May 4, 1953, in Charlotte, North Carolina to the late Bayne Ashley Thomas and the late Bennie Ruth Thomas. He grew up on Rocky River, a place he still loved to go fishing and roast hotdogs.

Alan served his country as a member of the Air National Guard. He established himself as a highly respected contractor. To those who knew him, Alan was a man of his word. He built a reputation on the foundation of honesty and hard work, becoming known as the person you could always count on to be dependable, reliable and trustworthy. If a job bore his name, it was built to last. During his career he built over 100 homes here in Stanly County.

His happiest of days were spent with a fishing rod in hand on the shores of the Outer Banks or enjoying the peace of Ocean Isle Beach (his home away from home). Alan was a man who truly loved his family, and he considered himself incredibly fortunate to have played such a long and active role in their lives. One of his greatest rewards was the opportunity to watch his grandchildren grow from children into the remarkable adults they are today. He often spoke of their accomplishments with a quiet but immense pride, knowing the values he held dear would carry on through them.

The family will receive friends from 6pm-8pm on Friday, May 01, 2026, at Canton Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.

Survivors include wife of 53 years, Debra Herrin Thomas; daughter, Lori (Trent) Huneycutt; grandchildren, Drew and Kinsley Huneycutt; siblings Susan, David, and Mark. Also brother in law Tony Herrin and Aunt Carol Kelly.

Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Thomas family.