Stephen Wayne Thomas

"You're out of the woods, You're out of the dark, You're out of the night. Step into the sun, Step into the light. Keep straight ahead for the most glorious place on the face of the Earth or the sky. Hold onto your breath, hold onto your heart, Hold onto your hope. March up to the gate and bid it open."

Stephen Wayne Thomas of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, July 10th, 2026, at the age of 76.

Stephen was born in Lubbock, Texas, to the late Wayne Royce Thomas and Elva Jean Thomas. He built a life centered on faith, family, service, and integrity, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew him.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Cheryll Harris Thomas; his beloved daughter, Stephanie Alleman and her husband, George Alleman; and his cherished grandchildren, Ashton Thomas, Blake Alleman, Curtis Forbes, Jr. and Daron Alleman and Curtis Forbes, Jr. ( fiancée, Alayna Clark), along with many other family members and dear friends who will forever treasure his memory.

Stephen dedicated much of his life to serving his church and community. His accomplishments included serving as State Deputy with KOC, President of LATA, advisor for LLAA, Treasurer for the Bishop Greco Memorial Foundation and a proud member of the Knights of Columbus.

Family was the cornerstone of Stephen’s life. He believed in living honestly and hoped others would remember him for always striving “to be truthful, always”. His legacy of faith, kindness, honesty, and service will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Though he will be deeply missed, his example and unwavering love will continue to inspire generations to come.

Serving as pallbearers will be Ashton Thomas, Blake, Daron and George Alleman and Curtis Jr. and Curtis, Sr. Forbes.

In lieu of flowers family ask that donation be made to the Bishop Greco Foundation.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 11441 Goodwood Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70815 at 10:00 AM. Visitation will begin on Tuesday, July 14th at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70815 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and will resume the next morning at St. Thomas More Catholic Church from 9:00 AM until service time. Burial will follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park.