John Edward Thomas

John Edward “Eddie” Thomas, 64, of Chattanooga, passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at his residence.

Mr. Thomas was a lifelong resident of the East Lake Community and received his Bachelor’s degree in Forestry from the U.T.K.  Eddie was a member of the East Lake Lodge #698 F&AM and was the recipient of the Eagle Scout award with the Boy Scouts of America-Clifton Hills Council.

He enjoyed bicycling and being outdoors, being with his dog “Clyde” and spending time with family.  His parents, Ed & Blanch Thomas, preceded him in death.

Survivors include his brother, Jerry (Nancy) Thomas; sisters, Frances Everhart, Shirley Thomas, Edna Thomas, & Nena (John) Hawkins; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Please share expressions of sympathy at lane-southcrestchapel.com.

The family will have private services at a later date.

Arrangements are by the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home & Crematory, at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.