Frederick Morris Thomas departed this world Jan 3 2020 and is now rejoicing with his Heavenly Father. Fred was born Apr 22, 1958 in Waverly Tn. At 2 years of age , his family moved to Chattanooga where he lived most all of his life. He attended Central High School, UTC, was a graduate of Mississippi State University, and was a member of ATO Fraternity. Fred had retired for Unum after 30 years of service. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church, a men's group, volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and feeding the homeless. Fred loved his family and many friends very much and will be greatly missed.. Fred had no enemies , had a kind heart, and held the highest character. He was preceded in death by his parents E. Floyd and Mildred Thomas. He is survived by his son and best friend Chase (Jesse), grandson Jace, brother Emory Thomas (Janie), sisters Kathy Brill (Sal) and Patricia Green. Funeral services will be held Tuesday Jan 7 at Chattanooga Funeral Home East Chapel, 404 South Moore Road with visitation starting at 11:00 and service at 2:30. A private graveside service will take place at Hamilton Memorial Gardens immediately after. Donations can be made to Christ United Methodist Church or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Please share your thoughts and memories at www.ChattanoogaEastChapel.com.