He is survived by three children Tomaysa Sterling, Justin Thomas Sterling, and Thomas Christopher Sterling. His grandchildren Johnny Williams II, Xoni Williams, and Kal-El Sterling. One great grandchild
Ezra Winston. A sister Glenda Reid, and nieces and nephews Langston Reid (Angel), Alicesun Reid
(Maurice Brown), and Raychelle Chaudhuri (Madhu). He is also missed by his aunt Pearl Butler and many
grandnieces, grand nephews, and cousins.
A public visitation for Thomas will be held Saturday, December 3, 2022 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 North Armistead Ave, Hampton, Virginia 23666. A funeral service will occur Saturday, December 3, 2022 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, 2551 North Armistead Ave, Hampton, Virginia 23666. A reception following service will occur Saturday, December 3, 2022, 2551 North Armistead Ave, Hampton, Virginia 23666.