PFC Edwin Thomas

March 11, 2004 - December 29, 2024

B Co, 3-2 GSAB

On Friday, December 20, 2024, PFC Edwin Thomas made the ultimate sacrifice while conducting ground-based crew chief duties on a CH-47 Chinook. 

Edwin Thomas, born on March 11th, 2004, in Kerala, India, migrated to the US in December of 2022 and resided in Eagan, Minnesota. He died in a helicopter accident on Dec 19th, 2024, while serving in the US Army base in South Korea.

Edwin was a pleasant, open-minded, passionate, tech-savvy, hardworking young man who was always willing to help those around him be it his family, friends, colleagues, etc. He would get along with people of all ages. His goal was to become a Pilot for which he was ready to face any obstacle that came his way. He decided to join the army as that would give him ample experience to become a Pilot after years of training. As a Christian, his belief in Jesus Christ was unwavering, and he tried his best to live an honorable life for God and Man. Since he loved to try new foods, he was passionate about cooking. Edwin loved to drive to be on the road for hours. Edwin’s sense of humor, love, and enthusiastic personality will be deeply missed by all his near and dear ones who have known him over the years. His legacy of love and laughter will live on in the hearts of those he touched. He was an amazing son who always loved and respected his parents.

Edwin is survived by his Father, Thomas (Daisey); Brother, David; Stepbrother, Justin; Stepsister, Nissi; and Mother, Elizabeth (Vineeth)

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