Thomas "Deek"

Edward Cummings

Thomas Edward "Deek" Cummings, 63, of Richmond, died May 5, 2025. He was the son of the late Edward "Deek" Cummings and Deaner Jones Cummings.

In 1979 Thomas graduated from Hillside High School in Durham, North Carolina and later went on to earn his BS degree from Elizabeth City State University.

Thomas was actively employed as a Code Enforcement Officer for the City of Richmond for many years. He volunteered at the Food Bank in North Carolina and Richmond. He also volunteered with Habitat for Humanity.

He was a devout member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated. Crimson and cream were his favorite colors.

Thomas lived life to the fullest and enjoyed every day of his life. He was an avid golfer and tennis player.

Surviving are his sister, Omega R. Cummings and her husband, Randall, of Graham, North Carolina; one nephew, Evan Ross Jones of Durham, North Carolina; other relatives and many friends.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Friday, May 16, 2025. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, May 17 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Interment private.

"Thank you Thomas for not only being my brother, but also for being my first best friend. I will truly miss you!"