A beloved member of the Fremont County community passed away Thursday after a long battle with health-related issues.
A memorial procession and final drive will take place in St. Anthony today in remembrance of 53-year-old Eric Thomas. The event will be organized by the Fremont County Search and Rescue, Fremont County Sheriff’s office, Fremont County EMS, and the North Fremont Fire Department.
Thomas was a member of Fremont County Search and Rescue, joining when he was 18. His father, Butch Thomas, was one of the founding fathers of the group and encouraged his son to join the unit. Thomas was eager and excited to be a part of the team and help his community.
Thomas, a quadriplegic, was not expected to live to see his thirties. EastIdahoNews.com profiled Thomas in February 2016 when the American Red Cross of Greater Idaho named him an East Idaho Real Hero.