Thomas married Elinor Dilley (1850-1928) on 02/03/1867 in Bunbury. Elinor was the daughter of William and Ellen. Thomas and Elinor's children were Stephen, baptised in 1869 and George. In Capel, he was a gardener and farmer. He employed five ticket of leave men in 1865-1871. Thomas' wife was a local midwife. He was a member of the Church of England.