Jason C Thomas

Jason C. Thomas, 44 (Willow Spring) Husband to Jill (Swald) Thomas, Father of Jeremiah Thomas (11) and Allison Thomas (5) peacefully passed away with family by his side on Sunday, July 5, 2020. In addition to his wife and children, he is survived by his parents, Joseph & Robin Thomas; sister Sarah (Thomas) Elliott wife of Christopher Elliott and their daughters Alexis sister Heather (Thomas) Millage wife of Tony Millage and their son Thomas; in-laws including John and Linda Swald, Jennifer Neidhart, Jackie Wyman, John Swald, many loving nieces and nephews and a large extended family. Preceded in death by sister Melissa Thomas, maternal and paternal grandparents, and several uncles and friends. Jason was a member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church of Garner, Raleigh Dart League, Carolina Bronco Club, and Wings of Carolina Flying Club. He was a follower of Christ Jesus, a devoted husband, a loving father, caring son, supportive brother, amazing uncle, and a selfless friend who was always lending a hand without hesitation to help others. He had a passion for sharing the Lord's word with others and loved to discuss the Holy Bible without judgement. He was an avid dart player who encouraged many others to join and grow within the RDL. Jason also loved the outdoors and teaching his children how to hunt and fish and loved camping with his family-even if it was a tent in the backyard, he always made sure his children were happy and enjoyed their time together. He was always up for an adventure, especially if it was to go on off-roading trails and climbing rocks with his Bronco and other Bronco lovers, including his biggest fans-his wife and his mom. From the ground to the sky Jason had a love for all things and his latest accomplishment was his dream of obtaining his Private Pilot License and flying his Cessna Plane. He always found an "excuse" to go flying even if it was just to go have pizza or Pik N Pig lunch with his sisters. For what he lacked in charming good looks, he made up for with his sense of humor--he had a sense of humor like no other! Like his dad and son, he was always telling jokes and playing pranks on others, after all laughter truly is the best medicine. Jason was always there to lend a hand and took initiative to help others--the homeless, disaster relief & clean up, food and supply deliveries, cancer research fundraisers, moving, advice, and to just listen or give the best big hugs. If there was something needing fixing or any technical assistance and advice-Jason was the one to go to. He'd change your tires, or your breaks, fix your computer, advise on what device to buy or not to buy, was the best GPS/navigator money couldn't buy. His passion for Jesus, and his sense of humor are two of the things that made him such an awesome youth group leader as well. Jason was fun and sarcastic, energetic, outgoing, trustworthy, dependable, and resourceful and made a huge impact on the lives of so many youth and others throughout all of his young 44 years of life. His family meant the world to him and this world will never be the same without this great man in our lives. But as his son Jeremiah said "he's in Heaven now, and Heaven is the best place to be!" A private memorial service will be held on Friday, July 10th at Mt. Zion UMC and an open celebration of life will be held Friday afternoon at a family members home. In addition all are are encouraged to Light up the Night Friday at 9:17pm and shine a light into the sky to light up Jason's "runway" so he may put his wheels up and fly high! Please wear a face mask and gloves as you socially distance yourselves 6 foot apart from other guests (that are not in your household) in order to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Thanks in advance for your love and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Red Cross, the NRA, or the American Cancer Society. Events Details are pending.