Thomas, Christopher E. "Chris" age 55 died Nov. 23, 2009. Beloved son of the late Hershel "Bud" and Mary "Louise" Thomas. Dear father of Eric Thomas and Sarah Juanita (Rick) Ellis. Grandfather of Madison Ellis. Survived by Uncle Charles "Gene" and aunt Fern Shipley, Uncle Claude "Hugh" and aunt Joyce Shipley; and many cousins. Beloved grandson of the late Pearl Shipley. Chris was the nephew of the late Bill, Tom and LaVerne, Jim and Betty, Edna and Loyd. Viewing and Visitation Sat. Nov. 28, 2pm to 4pm, Services Saturday at 4pm at J.L. Peters Funeral Home 3880 Fort Lincoln Park Mich. 48146 (313-928-6500). Print a Memorial and sign the register at www.jlpetersfuneralhome.com