Long-time Oceana judge passes away. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — Long-time Oceana County Judge Terrence R. Thomas passed away Friday morning, March 22, at the age of 78. Thomas retired Jan. 1, 2015 after presiding over the 27th Circuit Court in Oceana and Newaygo counties for 36 years. Known for his outspoken demeanor, the judge made a name for…