Robert (Bob) 'Chine' Thomas
Bob was born and grew up in Arlington, VA, an eighth generation Arlingtonian. He attended Flint Hill Prep School, graduated first in his class in 1975. He later served on its Board of Trustees. In 1979 he graduated from Washington and Lee University with a degree in journalism. Following graduation, he joined the family business in Arlington. With the help of his father, he began his own business carving cemetery memorials. He expanded the business with a partner by acquiring competitors in Manassas and...more