Mr. Thomas died after a courageous battle with Mesothelioma. He served in the United States Army as a medic during World War II. He later worked in the Local Union 26 (IBEW) as an electrician for 54 years. He was a member of the American Legion Post 248 for many years., and the Elks Lodge in Maine for 17 years. He received the prestigious Craftsmanship Award from the IBEW Local 26. He loved his family dearly and enjoyed every moment with them.

Son of John Reginald Thomas and Mary Josephine McRae Thomas.

PREDECEASED BY: 1st wife, Edna M. Joslin; son in law, Richard E. Crocker; grandson, Jonathan Thomas

SURVIVORS:
-Sons:Edward Michael Thomas of Newport, ME; Eric Mitchell Thomas of Mont Clair, VA; Evan Matthew Thomas of Stafford, VA
-Daughters: Evonne Marie Crocker of Waldorf; Elane Meredith Wahler of Indian Head
-Grandchildren: 12
-Great Grandchildren: 2

VISITATION: Tuesday, October 24, 2-4 & 6-8 pm at Raymond Funeral Chapel, La Plata, MD

FUNERAL SERVICE: Wed, Oct 25, 11 am at Raymond Funeral Chapel, La Plata, MD

INTERMENT: Maryland Veterans Cemetery following service

PALLBEARERS: family

HONORARY PALLBEARERS: United States Army Honors

CLERGY: Rev. Sallie Valentine

Arrangements handled by Raymond Funeral Service, La Plata, MD.