Serving Springfield Illinois since 1934!

About

John "Johnny" Thomas

From the time you bring your vehicle in, through estimate, repair and payment, you'll see Johnny. He has been in the shop helping since he was 5 years old, until taking over the business in 1991 with wife Therese. John is very involved in the Springfield Community, serving as President of the Twin Lake Homeowners Association, as Past President of the local bowling community in association with the US Bowling Congress, and you can hear his voice often on the Lynch & Liz In the Mornings on WYMG.

Therese Thomas

Don

Don has been working alongside Johnny as his right hand technician for over 12 years.

Chase

Chase has been a great asset to the team as an apprentice for the past few years.

Timeline

1934

Estel Elmer Thomas and wife Alma open EE Thomas Garage on 5th and Madison.

1965-present

After a fire in 1965, the building was rebuilt at 1140 Jefferson, where we remain today.

1965-1991

Richard Thomas, owner

1991-present

Johnny "Buzzy" Thomas + wife Therese co-owners. John had been in the shop helping since he was 5 years old, until taking over the business in '91

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100.5 WYMG Springfield's Classic Rock

Listen to Owner John Thomas on Lynch & Co. 100.5 WYMG

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