Thomas was a Sgt. In the US Air Force, stationed in London, England for 4 years and 2 reserved. Thomas was the first Minority Officer for Old Dixie Fire Dept./PB County Fire Rescue. Lt. Frederick was stationed at Station 24 Westgate. Tom served 29 years in the Fire Service and was a member of the IAFF 2928.
Thomas leaves to cherish his loving memories, his wife of 46 years Rita, 3 sons Derrick, Sterling and Marc (Rose), grandson “DJ”, mother-in-law Lela H. (Johnny) Coley, Pompano Beach, 3 brothers-in-law, Patrick Rhone, Pompano, Dale (Annie) Rhone, Port St. Lucie and John (Hope) Coley, Land O Lakes. A host of nieces and nephews and his childhood best friend Henry “Bootsy” Coleman, Deerfield.
Celebrations of Life will be held at Quattlebaum Funeral Home 6411 Parker Avenue, West Palm Beach on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at noon. No Flowers Please.