ROCKY MOUNT - John "Thomas" Coley, age 69, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2023.

Thomas was born in Norfolk, Virginia on March 16, 1954 to John Alvin and Alma Coley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his friend and former wife, Jackie Coley; longtime companion, JoAnne M. Farmer; siblings, Marvin Ray Coley, "Little Man" Coley, Obie Coley, Betty Ann Wester; and granddaughter, Chrislynn Painter.

He is survived by his children, Pam Rich and husband, Brandon of Castalia, Wendy Langley of Kansas, John Thomas Coley, Jr, of Rocky Mount, and Christie Crabtree and husband, Ricky of Roxboro; brother, Mark Coley of Rocky Mount; 7 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

A service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 5, 2024 at the Chapel of Memories, Rocky Mount Memorial Park, 4454 Dortches Blvd, Rocky Mount. The family will receive friends Thursday evening, 5-7 p.m. at Davis-Little Funerals, 2129 Lawrence Circle, Rocky Moun and other times at the home of Pam and Brandon Rich.

While floral tributes are appreciated, those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider Faith Baptist Church, 42 Faith Baptist Church Rd., Pinetops, NC 27864.