Although I haven't seen John Thomas in over 50 years, I was sorry to hear of his death. He was my cousin because his grandmother was my mother's sister. His parents often brought John Thomas and his sister Patricia to the store my parents ran on the Rosman Highway. I also remember going to Patton Pool with them when I was a child. From his obituary, it sounds as if he had a loving family and a good life. I send my condolences to the family and friends.