IRMO - Ed Thomas passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2022. Born September 4, 1932, to Novella Eden and William Wellington Thomas in Abington, Virginia, Ed was one of four children. Ed graduated from high school early and paid his own way through Emory & Henry College, graduating in only 3 years. In 1962, he married June Hegler, and together they had two children, Edward Robert “Bob” and William James “Bill”. They were married 56 years when June passed away in 2018. Ed and June spent their retirement living on Lake Murray in Irmo, South Carolina. Ed was known as Buddy to his two grandchildren, William Edward, and Jonathan Ford.
Ed was loved by many and known for his kindness and ability to inspire others. Ed quietly helped many people over the years never wanting any recognition. To help students with their tuition, Ed established the Thomas Family Scholarship at his alma mater.
Ed was preceded in death by his wife June; mother, Novella; father, William; brother, William, sister, Mable; and brother, Frank. He is survived by his children, Bob (Amy) and Bill (Kirsten); grandchildren, William (Madelyn) and Jonathan.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at Salem United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Dunbar Funeral Home, Dutch Fork Chapel, Irmo, is assisting the family.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to the Thomas Family Scholarship at Emory and Henry College in his honor. Emory & Henry College to PO Box 950 Emory, VA 24327.
Memories may be shared at www.dunbarfunerals.com.
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