I also did not know Mr. Thomas, but from sailor to another, Fair Winds and Following Seas. RIP Shipmate.
I hope he made peace with Jesus. I know that he was a believer but lived and served the prince of this world.
Wow...for some reason, I thought you would live forever. I pray your last few years were your best years and you're rest with your mom and Jesus. I'm grateful for the opportunity to have known you and value all you taught me. Rest with God, Curtis!