Dr. Garthleen E. Thomas, a woman of profound faith, intellect, and service, passed away peacefully. Born in Trinidad, West Indies, she migrated to Boston, MA, where she resided with her beloved parents, Mr. Andrew Thomas and Mrs. Ethel Campbell Thomas (both deceased), and her cherished younger sister, Danette Thomas.

Garthleen's spiritual journey began in her teenage years, marked by her acceptance of Jesus Christ. Her spiritual gift of teaching illuminated her path, guiding her towards a life dedicated to sharing knowledge and fostering growth in others.

As High School Valedictorian, she demonstrated her exceptional academic prowess, which she continued at Brandeis University in Waltham, MA, earning a Bachelor of Arts in British and American Literature and International Relations. Furthering her education, she obtained a Certificate in Book Publishing from Howard University, followed by a Master of Science in Business Management and a MBA in International Business from Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD. In May 2023, she achieved her doctorate in Strategic Leadership from Regent University, a testament to her unwavering commitment to lifelong learning.

Professionally, Dr. Thomas excelled in the corporate world, leaving an indelible mark on every organization she served. She held significant roles, including Senior Project Integrator at Solerity LLC, Senior Lead Systems Integrator/Data Architect at The Boeing Company, and managed global multimillion-dollar contracts in the aerospace and airline industries at Electronic Data Systems Corporation. Her expertise extended to training technical and business professionals across the United States, Mexico, Great Britain, and Australia. She also established Tellos Consulting LLC, serving as its CEO and Founder.

Her commitment to service extended beyond her professional life. Dr. Thomas volunteered at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC, and served on the Board of Directors- Secretariat for CEWF in Alexandria, VA.

In 2021, she was ordained as a Deacon at Heritage Fellowship Church, where she also served as the Project Manager for the Heritage Virtual Church and the second lead/scheduler for the Audio-Visual Ministry. Her spiritual gifts of faith and encouragement empowered others to overcome life's challenges. She embodied the ministry of helps, always ready to lend a hand and offer support.

Dr. Thomas lived by the guiding principle of Proverbs 16:3 NKJV, "Submit your ways to the Lord, and your thoughts will be established." Her life was a testament to this scripture, marked by unwavering faith, dedication to service, and a profound impact on all who knew her. Garthleen left the Christian torch to be carried on by her sister, cousins, extended family, friends, colleagues, and the countless lives she touched. She will be deeply missed by all.