Eddie O'Neal Thomas Sr.

Eddie O’Neal Thomas Sr. Of Christiansburg, VA departed this life on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at the tender age of 50. He is preceded in death by his father Willie Moore Foster, brothers Joseph and Michael Thomas and sister Chrissy Welch.

He leaves to cherish his memory a loving mother Rena Thomas Shields, of Philadelphia, PA; step-mother Catherine Foster; brother Willie Raymond Foster II, sisters Renita Johnson, Henrico, VA, Raven Smith (Zimmish) Philadelphia, PA and Casey Lee Bailey. Sons Eddie Jr., Tyrell and Kharee. Loving daughters Amariyonna and Kahleya Thomas. Devoted faithful and loving partner Susan Fitch. Aunts Gertrude Thomas, Richmond VA; Christine Thomas, Philadelphia, PA; Glenda Ford, Richmond, VA and Gail Foster, Richmond, VA. Beloved Uncle Kenneth Foster, Richmond, VA. Devoted niece Tina Bratton. Devoted Cousins Cornelius, Wallisha and Sabrina Thomas, Richmond, VA. Devoted friend Michelle Cook. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Eddie was a masterful mechanic and computer novice. Eddie's presence will be deeply missed by all those who truly loved him. His spirit will forever live on by those of us who choose to carry him in our hearts, thoughts, memories, and prayers. Although none of us wanted to see him go, we know that he is no longer suffering or in pain. We find solace in knowing that one day we will see him again but until then rest well in God's loving embrace.