Thomas, David Earl ‘Rock’ – departed this life June 23, 2012. Retired from Knox County Schools, Maintenance Dept. Faithful member of First Baptist of Roseberry City where he was a loyal deacon. Preceded in death by parents, Aaron (Laura) Thomas, and wife, Mary R. Thomas. Survived by wife, Linda Thomas; daughters: Juanita G. (Phillip) Harris, Felicia and very devoted daughter Carla Thomas; son, David Thomas step-daughter, Glenda “Diane” Johnson; all of Knoxville; seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren; mother-in- law, Velma Buford, sister/brothers-in law; Brenda Lamar, Charles (Sherree), & Dexter Buford; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends to include Nannie Moore, Daisy Latimer, William Rodgers, Sonny (Hannah) Ellis and Leroy Bishop. Special thanks to 3 West Staff, Fort Sanders Regional. On Wednesday, June 27, 2012, the family will receive friends from 10:00 am to 10:30 a.m., the funeral to follow at Unity Mortuary Chapel. Pastor Cedric Jackson officiating. Interment will take place at Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 5901 Lyons View Pike. The service will conclude with military honors and a full dove release.

This obituary was posted on Saturday, June 23rd, 2012 at 11:03 am.
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