Thomas was born July 23, 1940 in Waco to Stephen Niles and Freddie Bodiford-Niles. He lived in Waco, attended Waco schools, and graduated from University High School. Thomas served in the United States Navy and moved to Willows, California where he was a truck driver. He enjoyed fishing, family gatherings and traveling the U.S.A. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, Stephen Niles, Freddie Bodiford Miller; Brothers, Robert Niles and Charles Haralson. Thomas is survived by his sons, Thomas Edward Niles of Nashville, TN, Travis Niles of Willows, CA, Rob Niles of Pomona, CA; daughters, Shelly Carnagey, of Olrand, CA, and Tessie Niles Luther, of Killdeer, ND; sister, Marianne Niles Blanton of Bruceville, TX; brother, Stephen Niles of Bruceville, TX; many nieces and nephews; and his last love, Alberta Losee of Lorena, TX.