John Harvey Thomas lll , age 51 of Kennesaw, Ga was a man full of life with a smile that lit up the room. He loved giving presents to everyone he could. He was an example of a man who gave his whole heart to anyone he met - he will always be remembered for his heart, his smile, his sense of humor and most importantly, for his love.

He is survived by his Mother Shirley Sumner Friend, Step Father Ed Friend; His Sister Tracey Pella and brother in-law Edward Pella; His Nephew and Nieces Wesley Pella, Brooke Pella, Kassy Pella and Alexis Pella; His great Nieces Peyten Pella and Charlie Pella. He will be dearly missed by all family and friends but all are grateful that he is happily up in heaven with his father John Harvey Thomas JR.

A service to celebrate his life will be held Saturday, September 22 nd at 2PM, Lakeside Funeral Home Chapel, 121 Claremore Drive, Woodstock, Ga 30188. Pastor Frank Sumner will officiate. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1 until 2 the day of the service.