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Bishop Stephen Alan Thomas

05/29/1961 - 02/03/2023

Obituary For Bishop Stephen Alan Thomas

BISHOP STEPHEN ALAN THOMAS – Age 61, of Dalton, Georgia passed away Friday, February 3, 2023. He was born May 29, 1961 in Muncie, Indiana to his late parents, Rev. Willie Roosevelt Thomas and Ida Marie Hassler Thomas. He served as Bishop for Community Fellowship Church of Ministries for 37 years. He launched the Northwest Georgia College of Theology, was the founder of the LOME Gathering, and cofounder of the Concerned Clergy. He also served on the board for the Dalton Parks and Recreation Department. He was awarded the lifetime achievement award and given the Key to the City of Dalton. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Tabitha Reneé Thomas, siblings Eddie Johnathan Thomas, Sr., W. Marie Thomas, and Timothy Roosevelt Thomas.

He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Dr. Dana Ann Thomas; children, Stephen H. (Kelsey) Thomas and Matthew (Keona) Thomas; grandchildren, Stephen “Elijah” Thomas, Kaitlynn Thomas, Kyla Thomas, Ida Thomas, and Luke Thomas; sister, Elizabeth Kaye Thomas; brother, Pastor David (Aretha) Thomas; father-in-law, Cartrell Freeman; mother-in-law, Evon Freeman; sisters-in-law, Cindy Thomas, Vickie Thomas, and Melissa “Pam” (Ricky) Partlow; brother-in-law, David Freeman; best friend, Min. Charlie (Rhonda) Walker, Jr.; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, Godchildren, other relatives, and friends.

Homegoing Celebration will be Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 11:00 A. M. at The Dalton Convention Center, 2211 Dug Gap Battle Rd., Dalton, GA 30720 with Minister Matthew Thomas, Minister Charlie Walker, Jr., and Pastor David Thomas, Eulogists. Interment, West Hill Cemetery. The Thomas Family will receive extended family and friends Thursday, February 9, 2023 from 12:00 Noon – 6:00 P. M. at Community Fellowship Church of Ministries, 409 N. Fredrick St., Dalton, GA 30721. There will be a Special Memorial Service on Friday, February 10, 2023 at 6:00 P. M. at Dalton Convention Center. Arrangements by Willis Funeral Home, Dalton, GA.


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I am so sorry for your loss you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers

ARCHBISHOP RONNIE B.POWELL SORRY FOR YALS LOSS & PRAYING FOR YALS FAMILY ALL THIS WEEKEND. WHAT A AWESOME ANOINTED MAN OF GOD & HE WILL REALLY BE MISSED. LOVING PASTOR & FATHER & A VERY CLOSED FRIEND:!! AWESOME PRAYER WORRIER: PRAYING FOR THE CHURCH & THE FAMILIES ALL THIS MONTH:!!! 2707 SW MEADOW LAKE DRIVE DALTON GEORGIA 30720!!!!!!!!!!!

Our hearts was saddened by the passing of BISHOP Thomas, a true man of God and a great leader and much love for his church family. Stay strong family. Sending hugs and prayers. Kaye Moody and Patsy McDade

Praying for the Thomas families. Pastor Charles Catchings and the Liberty Baptist church family and friends.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Bishop Alan Thomas' Family, Church Family and love ones.

The Family of Beloved Chris Toliver expresses its appreciation to Bishop Alan Thomas for his spiritual words of encouragement and support during Chris' Homegoing.

William Marvin Toliver and Toliver Family

Prayers to the family! Bishop and Family have impacted so many lives. Love you guys, Ashley Johnson and Family!

To the Thomas family, We the members of Thankful Baptist Church Kennesaw, Ga. under the leadership of Rev John W. Harris and Evangelist Deborah Harris extend our sincere condolences. We shall continue to pray your strength in the Lord. As your brothers and sisters in Christ we love you.

GRACE May you feel it in caring thoughts and prayers of others. May it hold you in this time of loss. Patsy McDade and family.

With Deepest Sympathy

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. KAYE FRANCES MOODY AND FAMILY.

DEEPEST SYMPATHY SENDING PRAYERS TO THE FAMILIES at this sad time. Pastor Charles Catchings and the Liberty Baptist church family and friends 🙏

May God shower the Thomas Family with Hid continued love and peace during this difficult time. Barbara Hardaway

Remembering the pure goodness and joy of Bishop Thomas. As long as I can remember, even back in high school, Steve had a pure heart. He always had a positive , kind and loving spirit that drew all of us towards him and God..We could see Christ in him. His smile and laughter was infectious!! It was impossible to stay angry, upset or sad in his presence. My heart is heavy but I have assurance knowing heaven is rejoicing in his presence! My condolences to his beautiful and loving family.... Luginia Hill and family

S orry for the lost of Bishop..He was not only only a cousin but a friend..Rest in HIS ARMS..NO MORE PAIN...Gone but not forgotten... Roland & Beverly Smith

My Condolences to the family.. Just know my prayers are with you doing this time of sorrow.. love my family ❤️

For those of us that had the privilege of sitting under the leadership and teaching of Bishop Thomas, our lives have definitely been impacted in a positive way. His legacy will truly live on. Sending love and prayers to Dana Thomas and the entire Thomas family during this time. Sharon Clark & family

Precious LORD, please take our Hand and lead us on. We, The Queen Chapel Methodist Church Family, are sorry for your Loss, RIH, Gone but not Forgiven, Bishop Stephen Alan Thomas. ✝️✝️✝️ Please know that we mourn with you and we send our Heartfelt Prayers, Love, Comfort, Peace and Deepest Condolences to First Lady Dana Thomas, Children and Grandchildren, Pastor David (Aretha) Thomas, Elizabeth Kaye Thomas; the extended Thomas Family, Fellowship Community Church Family, Friends and Associates. Truly, Bishop Stephen Alan Thomas, a strong dedicated soldier of the CROSS will dearly be missed but his Blessed Precious, Sweet, Caring, Loving, Teaching, and PREACHING Memories will continue to live in our hearts. THE LORD IS OUR SHEPHERD️. 🙏🙏🙏 💗 ✝️✝️✝️ Pastor Louise Young Harris and The Queen Chapel Methodist Church Family, Kingston, GA

Sending our prayers, comfort & condolences to the Thomas family Johnetta & family

Much prayer and condolences for the Thomas family as well as Community Fellowship Ministries May the gracious and loving arms of Almighty God comfort you. Pastor Melanie Prather & New Covenant Deliverance Tabernacle

Much prayer and condolences for the Thomas family as well as Community Fellowship Ministries May the gracious and loving arms of Almighty God comfort you. Pastor Melanie Prather & New Covenant Deliverance Tabernacle

To The Family,Friends,and CFC God will carry you through every storm in your life. And give you the strength to make it.Our God is awesome. Velina(Lynn)Weaver Cohutta, Ga

On behalf of Mountain Ridge Baptist Church and the entire Church Family, we offer our deepest condolences to the Thomas Family & Church Family. Bishop Thomas was indeed a Great Pastor, Preacher, Teacher & Leader. Moreover, He Loved God, His Family, Church Family and Community at Large. He was a Spiritual Overseer and a Spiritual Leader that Pastors & Ministers could be inspired with His extraordinary gift in Ministry. We thank God for Him and for our wonderful fellowships and talks of how to build God's Church. May God forever comfort the Family & Church Family. We Love You All. Dr. Jerry D. Jones Sr., Pastor

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Prayers for the Thomas family. Bishop Thomas was an amazing person. Always had a smile and a positive attitude. GOD called his solider home 🏠 because he has work to do in Heaven.

Claude Thomas (Swamp Rat) & Family

Praying for Bishop Thomas Family and Church Family.. Beth, And her Family. Sending lots of Hugs ..

Prayers and Condolences to the family. M.A.Wells & Family

Our hearts and Prayers go out to each of you as you go through this difficult time in your lives, New Hope Baptist Church Usher Board- Velina Weaver

A great man of God has left us. He was my teacher and mentor. He sacrificed his time to help me get my degree. He selflessly helped others reach their goals in God. My heart is heavy, but I know that he's in the hands of a just and wonderful God, nothing can stop him now. Our prayers are with the First Lady and family. Dr. Ricky and sister Melinda Silvers. Thank you Dr. Thomas🙏🏻

Just another soldier gone on home Shock is not an emotion that could adequately express what this obituary evoked from me I could write a book here but the long and short of it is we know who he is and whose he is nuff said With all love and respect Yours in CHRIST Marvin L Henderson Kent Ohio

Praying for the family going to miss Bishop Thomas

Praying for the Thomas Family. Ralph Whitener Children

My condolences to the entire Thomas family.

Bishop Thomas was always a great light when we visited his church. He was a great man of God and we always looked forward to his teaching. He truly had a gift.

He also was always very kind and welcoming to us. We will keep these memories in our heart and will keep the family and congregation in our prayers during this challenging time and always.

- Tiffany and Mike Whitener Jr.

My Condolences to all of the Thomas family. Bishop meant a lot to a lot of people. He truly impacted my life and me being apart of CFC was a life changing experience. His teachings are still with me today! I Thank God for allowing me the opportunity to have met such an awesome man of God! Forever "My Bishop" Love you Family...It is well. To God be the Glory. " -Marisa

Prayers for comfort for you all!

Prayers for comfort for his family. He was a wonderful person who came from a wonderful family!!!! I loved them all!

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

Willis Funeral Home | Dalton, GA

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