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In 2012, Thomas successfully completed the U.S. Army's Special Forces Assessment and Selection Course. He graduated the Special Forces Qualification Course in October, 2015 and was assigned as an 18D Medical Sergeant to 10th SFG (A) in February, 2016. He deployed with 2nd Battalion, 10th SFG (A) to Afghanistan in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel June 19, 2016.
Staff Sgt. Thomas' military education and advanced skills training include: Modern Army Combatives Level I, Basic Airborne Course, Ranger School, Special Forces Sniper Course Level II, Warrior Leader Course, Special Operations Combat Medic Course, Advanced Leader Course, Special Forces Qualification Course, Survival Evasion Resistance and Escape (SERE) Course, and Basic Military Freefall Parachutist Course.
Staff Sgt. Thomas' awards and decorations include: Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart Medal, four Army Commendation Medals, three Army Achievement Medals, two Meritorious Unit Citations, two Army Good Conduct Medals, National Defense Service Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon 2, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon 3, NATO Medal 2, Special Forces Tab, Ranger Tab, Combat Infantryman Badge, Expert Infantryman Badge, Parachutist Badge, Military Freefall Parachutist Badge, and Marksmanship Qualification Badge Expert with Carbine.
He was married for almost seven years to the former Mackenzie Megan Hale of Fayetteville, North Carolina.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be sent to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. http://www.specialops.org.
A visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Shrine of Remembrance "America the Beautiful" Chapel, 1730 East Fountain Boulevard, with a funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m. A light luncheon reception will follow at the Olympian Plaza Reception and Event Center, 975 South Union Boulevard.
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M. Carpenter
October 26, 2016
To the family, friends, and military unit of Staff Sgt. Thomas, Please, accept my deepest condolences for your loss of Adam and my gratitude for his brave service and ultimate sacrifice to defend freedom and protect our way of life. He is a true American hero, may he rest in Peace and may you have healing for your loss.
Merianna Davis
October 23, 2016
Adam was a team member in Afghanistan with my son SSG Brandon Whitcomb. I cannot begin to express my deepest sympathies. He will be dearly missed by his team, their families, and all the people he touched along the way. May God bless you during your time of sorrow and all the days of your life.
Sincerely,
Brandon's Mom
Hari Singh
October 15, 2016
Adam, you were a great soldier & a fantastic human being. You touched many lives and will continue to touch them with you legacy.
Your SACRIFICE won't be forgotten. RIP Brother.
L Englund
October 14, 2016
You don't know me but I weep for your loss. I know of it by the Half_Mass flag around my work place. Healing love to you all.
John Boswell
October 13, 2016
Dearest McKenzie,
I want to extend the sincere condolences of the Boswell family to you, Adam's family, and all who knew and served with this great American. Our hearts are with all of you, and you will, as always, be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Bozz
Raquel Gibson-Ford
October 13, 2016
I am so very sorry for your loss. I was a former student at Newman and Mackenzie is now an intern at West Complex where my daughter works. Our family was very sorry to hear about this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and we wish for peace for you all as you grieve Adam. Blessings to you all.
Nancy Johnson
October 12, 2016
I cannot imagine the grief that you are going through. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Nancy Johnson, Adjunct Professor, Newman University
Kasey Whilding
October 12, 2016
To Kenz and Adam's family: We are sending our love and prayers to all of you during this very difficult time. Adam is a hero of the truest form and a great man and I was so proud to have known him. We will never forget. We love you all and are here for you always. Love, Kasey & Alex
Amanda Hobbs
October 9, 2016
I'm Alexandra B.'s sister. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Thank you for allowing your husband to serve and defend all of us and for loving him. I pray tgat he would be at peace, and that you would have good friends to come alongside you in grief. God keep you.
Debbie Jones
October 9, 2016
Praying for you and your family. I'm friends with Allison and I've heard so much about you and Adam. May you find peace during this difficult time.
Laurie
October 9, 2016
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of the love of your life. Remembering your great love story today and always.
Ginny Sweezy
October 9, 2016
Will and Candace and family.Our love and prayers are with you during this heartbreaking time.Adam was a wonderful person who was very kind and loving. Steve and Ginny
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