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Mr. Solomon Thomas Jr.

03/01/1959 - 09/11/2020

Obituary For Mr. Solomon Thomas Jr.

Thomas, Solomon, age 61, of Atlanta, GA, passed September 11, 2020.

Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Thomas will be Saturday, September 19, 2020 at 11:00AM; Willie A. Watkins Historic West End Chapel, 1003 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30310.

A viewing will be held Friday, September 18, 2020 from 2-6PM at Willie A. Watkins Historic West End Chapel.

Live Streaming Link: https://youtu.be/iioXF7nkLtI

Interment: Westview Cemetery

Due to the spread of COVID-19, we are requesting that everyone please wear a mask.

Services entrusted to Willie A. Watkins Historic West End Chapel, (404)-758-1731.


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Thomas family, thank you for allowing me to care for Mr. Thomas. He was a special person, and I'm glad I was able to meet and get to know him. A fighter until the end! I will miss seeing him. Prayers abound

Meredith Foushee (Dr Friend's PA)

To the Thomas family keep your eyes oh Jesus and he will see you through for God He will leave us nor forsake us Love and peace Joyce Austin

Beautiful service and tributes. Cousin Chicago was, indeed, a kind man. Always the same. Just cool. Praying God will continue to comfort the family like only He can! Love you all!

Tiffany Waldon

Beautiful service and tributes. Cousin Chicago was, indeed, a kind man. Always the same. Just cool. Praying God will continue to comfort the family like only He can! Love you all!

Rest in Power! For Solomon's Jr's family. I am so thankful for the hospitality y'all showed me when I attended graduate school in Atlanta many years ago. Peace and Tranquility to all of you during this trying time. Reed aka Samuel Reed, III

Prayer's and Condolences too the Entire Family. Solomon's Smile would litw up the Room at our Family Reunion's. Wonderful, Funny, Very Kind. God Bless You Belinda. I Love You Cuz

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Love you all! - Melissa Wright

Belinda,may "God Bless" and keep you and the children and grant you all peace that passes all understanding. My deepest condolences to the Thomas family. Love you, Your big sister Elsie

Belinda,may "God Bless" and keep you and the children and grant you all peace that passes all understanding. My deepest condolences to the Thomas family. Love you, Your big sister Elsie

Our prayers are with you at this hour.

God blessed us all to have known you and super blessed to have you as family. Praying for the strength of Belinda,kids, and siblings in this hard time. But I know you are singing and watching down on everyone. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel and we will all see you again. Your little cousin RoShanta and Brian

In times like these, there's so much we dont understand... so all that's really left is to hold on tight to Gods unchanging love. Praying Gods strength. Your cousin Rufus and Family

To the Thomas Family: In this difficult time in your life, may you find comfort in God's Word, the Bible. 1 Peter 5:7 encourages us to "Throw all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you." My condolences, S. Acker.

Belinda,Shannon and Patrick, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and love are with you. What I will remember most about Chicago is his big smile. Sending a great big hug! Love, Daisy

My heart broke today hearing that we lost you. I had hoped to make it by for one last hug before you left us. Two years was a wild run on clinical trial. I miss your face already. I love you!

Belinda & family, I am so terribly sorry for your loss. He was an incredible man & I thank you for sharing him with me. My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this time. Much love, Alicia

This is one of your classmates and old neighbor from way back Barbara, this is with my heartfelt condolences for you and the family. Always walk in faith and all will be well. We must have the faith of a mustard seed and pray about all things.

My deepest sympathy to The Entire Thomas Family. Praying for comfort and peace for my cousins! - Shirley Thomas-Brown Cincinnati, Ohio

It is with my deepest sympathy on the lost of your beloved husband/father.....May god heal your aching hearts. As you keep his memories always in your heart. Love always Braxton/Sharp family

I am now remembering Solomon as a little boy. My condolences go out to the entire Thomas family at his departure. My joys go out at the reunion of him, his Mother and Father and his Sister. -With All My Love - Elder Melvin Allen Tukes - District Evangelist, CME Church - BTW Class of 1970

Barbara and the entire Thomas family, our thoughts and prayers are of you and for you at this time of bereavement. BTW Class of 1970

Belinda and the Thomas Family, While I realize that God knows best, I was still saddened to learn of Solomon's transition. I never saw him when he did not appear to be at his very best. He had a pleasant spirit to be around. I pray for comfort during these hours. In the coming days I will be in touch. Thomas Ball, East Point, GA

My deepest sympathy to Chicago's family Wanda Dorsey Burt, West Georgia College Ole School

May the love of God bring you comfort during this time of bereavement. Our prayers are with you. Dr. Charles A. Harper III - Senior Pastor Paradise Missionary Baptist Church Atlanta, Georgia

With deepest sympathy Solomon will be remembered. It hurts to lose someone that brings so much joy to So many lives. Solomon did just that, a loving husband and father and always supportive friend. The coleman family sends healing prayers to the family in Jesus Name.

Our deepest condolences for your loss, may all find comfort, endurance and peace during your time of sorrow. Revelation 21:3,4 Albert&Darlene C

Solomon Thomas was a kind, funny, intelligent spirit-filled man. I pray that God comforts his wife and family during this challenging time, and days ahead. God bless you Sol.

Laquita (West) Agbi Booker T. Washington High Alum

My Deepest Sympathies and prayers are with the Thomas family. From aunt Bonnie and Jackie. We love you all.

Sending love to you cousin you will be missed may you rest in peace!

My heartfelt sympathy! He was a breathe of fresh air to this World!

Praying for the family in this time of bereavement. Solomon was a classmate of mine and also a band member who I considered a friend.

Thoughts and prayers for the family.

Belinda,I am so very sorry to hear this news. Sending love and prayers to you and the family. Your cousin, Jessica

Belinda our prayers and condolences go out to you and your family. "Chicago" was a fighter and his positive attitude was what we knew about him throughout the years. He will truly be missed but never forgotten. Our conversation the last few months made me appreciate our friendship more and we want you to know we are always here for you and your family

Belinda our prayers and condolences are with you and your family. "Chicago" was a true fighter. I find it hard to put into words how strong he was and his positive attitude. I know he is at peace and resting with Our Lord and he fought a good fight. I will cherish are good times and many laughs through out the years. He will truly be missed.

My deepest condolences to you and your family. I am a BTW classmate. My prayers are with you all.

Belinda, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort and keep you in His loving care. Lisa

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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