The Lord called home his beloved child, Mr. Frederick H. Thomas Jr., 37, suddenly on Sunday, March 2, 2014.
Frederick, who was better known as "Boodie," was born on March 28, 1976, to Ms. Gloria Grandison and the late Fredrick H. Thomas Sr.
He was baptized at an early age at the First Baptist Church West Petersburg, but it wasn't until later in life when he began to fully understand and comprehend the Word of God and His plan for his life, that he truly received the Lord as his personal Savoir.
He was currently employed by the Mack Trucking Co., Chesterfield, Va.
Frederick possessed a quiet, humble spirit and a very particular swagger about him. To know him was to love him. He will be significantly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, the Rev. Harman and Martha and Mr. Hillie and Grace Thomas, and two uncles, Herman Gradison Jr. and Denise Thomas.
He leaves to celebrate his life the apple of his eye, his devoted daughter, Miss Diamond Walter Thomas; a loving mother, Ms. Gloria Grandison; a supportive brother and sister-in-law, Cortez and Judy Thomas; a special niece and nephew, Maryk and Jamison Thomas; six aunts, Delva Williams (Norman), Barbara Rives (Clifton), Jacqueline Griffin (Richard), Frances Easter (Tony), Joan Nickens (Vincent) and Gloria McCoy; two uncles, Franklin Thomas (Silver) and Allen Thomas (Sandra); an adoptive aunt, Ms. Yettonya Conner; five great-aunts, Lady Roberts, Mary Roberts, Ruth Phidd, Thelma King and Alma Hardy; two uncles, Freddie Roberts and Melvin Roberts (Quinette); and a great host of devoted cousins and friends.
Service of love and remembrance for Mr. Frederick H. "Boodie" Thomas Jr. will be held 4 p.m. Sunday, March 9, 2014, at the Chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Alexander Williams, pastor of Big Bethel Baptist Church, McKenney, eulogust.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Thomas and watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., 804-732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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Boodie You will 4ever be missed.
Meek
Friend
February 27, 2024
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Grandison/Thomas families, Boodie will truly be missed, he was such a great person. May you find comfort in knowing he is in a better place. May God bless you.
LaToya Myler-Morgan
March 10, 2014
Fred was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. My prayers are with Diamond and his family at this very diffcult time.
Tammy Lee
March 10, 2014
Still in disbelief.....but today I had closure. Boodie, my friend, what can I say but I'm going to really miss you, your smile, our talks and you having my back in '93.
RIP BOODIE....Save a seat for me.
Natasha Spratley- Perkerson (REDQTEE)
March 9, 2014
Boodie you
will surely be missed
love cousin Carol
Carol sparkes
March 9, 2014
What Can I say ... Im really at a loss for words When I recieved word that you had passed I was in disbelief. But I know that your in a better place now we all Love you & miss you R.I.P Cousin
Jasmine Thomas
March 9, 2014
I had the pleasure of meeting Fred when he came to work for Virginia Truck Center. I came to know him as a very nice, caring person who loved his daughter very much. Fred always had a big smile on his face and he will be greatly missed by all of his coworkers. This world is a sadder place because of his absence.
I will miss him very much. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. He was a very special man.
Alice Ragsdale
Richmond, VA
Alice Ragsdale
March 8, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Please know that God is your comfort and support during this difficult time. (John 16:22)
March 8, 2014
I love you big bro! Will always be there for Diamond n I will miss your presence
Qwanie Conner
March 8, 2014
Gloria I'm sorry for your loss. May God Bless You In Your Time Of Need. RIP Fred.
Antoinette olen
March 8, 2014
Tiny {Gloria} and Family.Sorry to hear of your loss.Boodie was a good person.He will be missed.Give my love to precious Diamond,I miss seeing Her.My prayers are with your Family.Peace & luv to you all.
Nannette Wiggins-Stevens
March 8, 2014
R.I.P BOOTIE I MISS YOU ,YOUR SMILE , YOUR SNEAKY LAUGHT, YOUR WISDOM ,
YOUR PRESENCE. ...,. JUST YOU....
I WILL SEE YOU SOON BOTHER ..I LOVE YOU..
NICOLE CARTER
March 8, 2014
R.I.P Fred. May god bless you and your family. I'm going to miss my friend and our conversations we had.
March 8, 2014
Our condolences to the Thomas Family. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Your Coworker and wife
Mike Nicholson
March 8, 2014
To Gloria and Larry, May the Lord lift you up as you travel this road. God will heal your heart,yes as time goes on.I will keep you and your family in my prayers..
Angelia Tann-Huggins
March 7, 2014
Gloria, it is hard for me to put in to words what I feel, except that I love you and I will be here when you need a shoulder to lean on or an ear to listen.
I pray, you and your family will continue to find comfort in one another.
Sincerely,
Lisa Ratliff
March 7, 2014
So sorry to hear about Frederick, My love and prayers goes out to his family.
Seymour
johnny seymour
March 7, 2014
Fred has been a friend of mine for many years and I really appreciated knowing him. He would always talk about my Redskins. To the family I send my condolences.
Dwaine Boxley
March 7, 2014
TO THE GRANDISON FAMILY, MY HEART IS DEEPLY SADDEN BY YOUR LOSS. MY CONDOLENCES TO Ms. GLORDIA (WHO IS LIKE fAMILY TO ME) AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY. May God continue to bless you and your family during this difficult time. ANYTHING U NEED PLEASE LET ME KNOW . LOVE CALLAHAN. SANDSTON, VA.
March 7, 2014
Fred was a great friend great friend great friend and was loved by many people me my family and many of my friends we will miss you R.I,P, we all hope diamond will have a long and prosperous life we wish we'll wishes to all of his family
March 6, 2014
Ms.Tiny and the Gradison&Thomas Family. I am deeply saddened over the loss of Boodie. He was one of my best friends. I thank you for everything you instilled in him because he took it out into the world and made a difference in the lives of many. Boodie was one of the most trustworthy, genuine and inspirational people I have ever been blessed to meet.God has truly called home an Angel.I pray the Lord's strength bring you comfort and that you will find peace. My words are not adequate to express the sorrow I feel for your loss,but please know I will keep his spirit alive and I will cherish the many sacred memories I hold close to my heart.
My Deepest Sympathy,
Tameka N.
March 6, 2014
Tiny to you and your family at this time it's hard to know what to say but you and your family are in our prayers So keep your eyes on God and He will help you get through this. We love you all Via(tatapie) Tina and Darryl.
March 6, 2014
r.i.p Boodie
March 6, 2014
I pray that god comfort the family in his arms and we all know boodie is up in heaven with that sneaky grin laughing im goin to miss my bro and friend he wAS A GOOD PERSON SMH
March 6, 2014
To Tiny and the Grandison family,
My heart is sadden by the passing for Booty, I've known him since he was a baby. He was a very sweet and kind young man. I know this is hard for you all but in time it will get better. Just know he's up in Heaven with his beloved family Mrs. Martha Rev Grandison, Peter, Denise and many others they are having a family reunion and Mrs. Martha has him wrapped in her arms. I know we all me meet again one Glorious day. Praying for each and every one of you. Love and Miss you all. Rip Booty. You will be truly missed but never forgotten.
Michelle Wynn
March 6, 2014
My deepest condolence,to Tiny,Corey,and Diamond.Our Father will watchover thee.Boodie is the "Greatest friend I've ever had.A good,decent,alway's there type of MAN.So real and hard to come by.God don't make Em like that to often.
Kinetra Mitrchell
March 6, 2014
To the Grandison family;Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. May God continue to bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Wallace Bland Jr.
March 6, 2014
Booty was very good friend of mine. He was the type of person that would give the shirt off of his back to anyone, a sweet person. He was so smart and full of wisdom. I would call him for advise on about anything and he would know just what to say. I'm still in shock! I pray that his family can find peace during this difficult time especially Diamond whom he loved dearly. Booty God has called you home so RIP, we will see each other again one day. love, Denita
Denita Ridley
March 5, 2014
My heart goes out to you during this difficult time.
Shanika Jones
March 5, 2014
While I didn't know him well, I had the pleasure of knowing him from his wonderful Mother - Ms. Gloria Grandison who is also a good friend, mentor and co-worker.My condolences to her and the rest of the Family at this time. I pray God grants her comfort in the knowledge that he was a good Son, Father, Brother and loved member of their extended family and friends. Anything you need .... we will be there.
Annmarie Guscott
March 5, 2014
To the family of "Booty" I want to send my sympathy and prayers out to you, Booty was known and loved by many, he will be deeply missed but not forgotten, may God rap his arms around you in your ime of sorrow, much love.
Marvin Roberts
March 5, 2014
I am so sorry for you and your family's loss Gloria!
Dean Kimbrough
March 5, 2014
My prayers and love are with the family you will always have him in your heart.
Nancy Paulette
March 5, 2014
Sorry to hear of your lost. May the grace of God be with you.
March 5, 2014
With Deepest Sympathy from everyone from the Trailer Shop & Body Shop at VA Truck Center. Fred was a kind person. Always polite at work.
Rose Young
March 5, 2014
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