Kenneth Ray Thomas

Kenneth Ray Thomas of Knoxville, TN, passed away Thursday, September 22, 2016. Ken was formerly from Randolph County, IN and Atlanta, GA. He is survived by his devoted wife, Cheryl; loving mother, Nina Thompson Thomas; brothers, Rick (Kathy) of GA, James (Ashley) of NJ, Kevin (Sheba) of GA, sister, Susan Kay of MA; nephews and nieces, Wade of FL, Xan, Jo and John of NC, Zak and Asher of GA, and Georgia Kay of MA; father-in-law, Sonny Fersner (Gail) of TN; brothers-in-law, Harry Fersner (Marie) Darryl Fersner (Jill); sister-in-law, Marla Fersner Hines (Shawn), and their families; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Ken was preceded in death by his father, Rodrick Thomas, in 2014, beloved Great-Grandmother, Mariana Engle; Grandmother, Elma Engle Thompson; Grandfather, Paul Thompson (Betty); Grandfather and Grandmother, Paul and Mildred Wickett Thomas; Brother-in-law, Mark Fersner; Mother-in-law and Step-dad, Billie Jean & Wayne Branch. Per Ken's request, a small informal family gathering was held to celebrate his life. He told his wife, "you wouldn't look so sad if you knew where I was going." We can see him playing a golden baby grand piano for Jesus. Praise the Lord! "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7 (NIV)