Name: Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home
Address: Silver Spring, MD

Thomas Family~

My condolences and prayers of comfort to you all during these times.  May God continue to bless you and keep you close. My former co-worker will be missed.

My sincerest condolences to Eric's family.  I am shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. He was the nicest person I ever had the pleasure to know.  Rest in peace, Eric.  You will be missed.

I admire Eric's work at the U.S. Department of Energy.  I was the Deputy Director of the DOE building technology and Weatherization program.  Eric brought humanity and technology strengths to the program that improved the energy, environmental and healthy conditions of the homes for thousands of families throughout America.

May the God of all comfort be with the family during your time of grief. Isa 26:19

Eric was a beloved coworker, and a spiritual inspiration. He was such a nice man. Condolences to his family.

Beloved Cousin, Friend and Comforter. He loved 'The Word' and Lived it. He will be missed.

To Gladys and family, we send our most sincere condolences.  May God provide comfort to you all during this difficult time.

My dearest brother in law....you will always be in my heart...I love you...but God loves you more...rest in God's loving arms till we meet again...Kathy Lewis "your sis as you would say

I will never forget the kindness and big heart of Rev. Thomas. He was a great example of how a man should carry himself. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family

Dear Andrew & Family,

You all have been in our prayers and in our prayers you will remain. When the calls slow down, and the cards stop coming remember that you can always find comfort, love and support in God! May you always receive strength whenever you feel weak. May you cherish the memories and Rev. Thomas' spirit that will live on forever! 

With love & light, 
Rajah & Shannon Jackson

Our prayers and sympathy goes out to the family!  Eric was a great coworker and most of all he was gracious in his giving.  Lorraine and Family

Dear Thomas family,

I've had the pleasure and honor of knowing Rev Thomas through my best friend Alanna McClary. I  reflect on the joyful high school memories with him there. I'm physically in NY, but my spirit is with you today. Sending my condolences to you, your  families and friends as you celebrate his life, and lay him to rest. 

With love and respect,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. We loved his sermons and were so honored to have known him. We have wonderful memories that will sustain us always. 
Peace be with you!
Lynne McAbee Sheller.
Regards from Melissa and Maleeha Davis
Michael, Lynne and Michelle Sheller.

To the family, you have my deepest sympathy.  Life many times takes us by surprise because forget we a born for this hour,m.  Your love fulfilled his destiny by taking of his assignments.  As much as he will be miss. I celebrate with you his accomplishments.  May the God of peace bring comfort to the family.  Blessed be the name of the Lord

Rev. Thomas ushered me through the ordination process. He was a great catechist and encourager. His legacy of preparing others for the work of ministry continues in me, and I am so grateful for what he poured into my life.  Well done, sir.  You will be missed.  -Rev. Virgilla Gist

The kindness of Rev. Thomas will always be remembered. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Eric Thomas was a very special person.  He was a dedicated volunteer to the Girl Scouts and I had a chance to work with him during bylaw revisions and Congressional Aide program.  We will miss Eric and his wonderful contributions to the Girl Scouts.  
With deep sympathy.  Lidia Soto-Harmon, CEO, Girl Scouts Nation's Capital

MAY THE DEPTH OF YOUR FAITH AND THE LOVE OF THOSE WHO SHARE YOUR LOSS COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME.
WITH SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS,
Charleen Briscoe-Jackson
Silver Spring, MD

Eric W. Thomas was very generous with his time in our girl scout troop. Even though TiAnna was no longer with the troop, he still came to many meetings and ceremonies. We greatly appreciated all he did for us.

RIP Rev. T I will always be grateful! Thanks for loving and caring for me

I am so grateful to have known Rev. T (as many of us often referred to him as) He was definitely a gentle, yet powerful man. His compassion was authentic and his heart was huge. So many lessons that will forever be etched in my memory. Gladys, Eric, Andrew, and Kia thank you for sharing such a gifted man with so many! May God continue to bless, keep and cover you!


Rev. Lisa M. McGlone Virginia Beach, Va.

Eric was amazing. He and Kia were both a part of our troop, with our daughter, Lindsey. He had that infectious laugh that would catch you off guard; the camera always ready to snap. Many memorable photos will always remind us of him. I'll think of him every time I see Ladybugs. We will miss you, Mr. T.
~ The entire Davis Family

Dear Gladys and Family,  Eric was a kind and generous friend to us who gave his time generously whenever we requested a favor.  He tutored our grandson during the summer, completed a needlepoint project for me, and blessed us with glamor photos of ourselves.  He was modest, unassuming and a gentleman. A Christian who practiced what he preached.  We will miss him.  Lee and Ruth McArthur and Family

Loving memories of Rev. Eric Thomas, it was sadden when I heard of his passing.  Working with Eric was a blessing and also buying Girl Scout cookies from him for his Daugthe.  You could not have found a better person.  But now he is going to be at another address he will be miss.  Glady and family you have my deepest condolences.  R.I.P.

The kindest and sweetest man on the planet.  Beloved by all his Girl Scouts and Scouters.  The Brandenburgs send their deepest sympathies to family and friends.

A true gentleman and distinguished Girl Scout. I am honored that he donated his Girl Scout memorabilia to our museum. He made a difference in the lives of many, many young women.

The Greene and Walker family are sending our heart felt condolences to the Thomas family. Rev was a great man,father,preacher,teacher and photographer, but most of all he was loved by everyone.You will always be in our hearts each time we look at our family protraits. God has given you your wings so take your flight. Rest in the bosoom of Lord

Dear Gladys and Kids,
I feel that I know you all.  I worked with Eric for many years when I was in the Atlanta DOE Office. I thought about him just recently when I ran across some beautiful pictures that he took during our many trips with the ICP program (back to the late 80's and early 90's). I have fond memories of navigating different cities for the Hard Rock Café pins (rain or shine - lol). We all loved Eric; he was one of God's best. My heartfelt condolences to you all.

Mr. & Mrs George F. Walker Jr. would like to express their deepest condolences to the Thomas family.  Rev. Thomas was not only an outstanding friend and teacher he was an amazing and thoughtful person who always offered an encouraging word.  On behalf of the Walker family you will be missed.

Thank you for allowing me to participate in your care.  I always enjoyed seeing you and your wife in the office.  My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
May you rest in peace.
-Guada Respicio-Duque

Rev. Thomas was the Neal's family preacher, mentor and friend for life. We will all miss him. He may not be here with us physically but spiritually he will always be in our hearts, minds and most definitely in our memories of which are many.

Gladys and family we are family for life.
Love ya.
Nene Neal

OBITUARY

Eric Whitney Thomas

25 February, 1948 – 28 January, 2017

Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home

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