Jarvas L. Thomas' Obituary
Jarvas L. Thomas 'J5', 21, of Decatur, passed from this life into eternity on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 in Decatur.
Jarvas was born August 15, 1991 in Decatur, son of Leo and Edna (Thurmond) Thomas. Jarvas accepted Christ at his church, Abundant Life Christian Center International at 1705 N. Maple here in Decatur and was employed at the Decatur Conference Center and Hotel.
He leaves to cherish fond memories his parents, Leo and Edna Thomas of Decatur; daughter, Kamari'ya Thomas; siblings: LeShawn (Felicia) Young and Eddie (Yuana) Young, Jr., of Decatur; grandmother, Mattie J. Thomas of Decatur; grandfather, Joseph (Dora) Thurmond, Jr., of Decatur; fiancé, Chantel Lewis of Decatur; special friend, Gloria Sallis, of Decatur; one nephew, four nieces; many aunts, uncles, and a host of other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his brothers: Mario and Leo Thomas III, grandmother, Mary Thurmond and grandfather, Johnny Frank Thomas, and aunt, Jamie Love Grayned.
Farewell and tribute service will be 2 pm; Saturday, December 15, 2012 in the House of Miracles, 441 N. Church St., with a visitation from 1 ' 2 pm. Burial will take place at a later time.
The Thomas family is being served by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur, IL, 62526. View the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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