John Uhlan Thomas, age 84, of Cogmagun, passed away on March 28, 2015 at the Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born on October 16, 1930 in Cogmagun, Hants County, he was a son of the late John and Mina (Sanford) Thomas. Uhlan worked in construction in Halifax for several years, and was a custodian for the West Hants School Board for 25 years. He loved music, and played the harmonica, accordion, and fiddle. Uhlan was a dedicated member of the Cogmagun Baptist Church; he also enjoyed nature and being in the woods. Uhlan is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marie Annette (Galley) Thomas; his daughter, Kathy, and son, Garnet, both of Cogmagun; sister, Edna; sister-in-law, Mary Thomas; brother-in-law, Raymond Peach; and several nieces and nephews. Uhlan was predeceased by a daughter, Colline, in infancy; sisters Ada Burgess, Mary Sanford, Myrtle Langille, Gladys Allen, Pauline Higney, Beatrice Peach, and sisters Shirley and Sharon in infancy; brothers Charles and Norman; and half-brother Arthur. Cremation has taken place with no visitation by request. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at 2pm in the J. Wilson Allen Funeral Home, Summerville, Rev. Garnet Parker officiating, followed by a private family interment in the Sandy Land Cemetery, Cogmagun. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Uhlan may be made to the Sandy Land Cemetery or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the compassionate care of the J. Wilson Allen Funeral Home, Hwy 215, Summerville; 1-902-633-2431. Please visit our website at www.allenfh.ca to sign the guest book or send private condolences.