Abstract
In this article we commemorate Joy Thomas, who sadly passed away in 2020. Joy is best known for his seminal textbook ‘`Elements of Information Theory,’' co-authored with his Ph.D. advisor the late Thomas Cover \cite{CT91,CT06}. We also catalogue some of Joy's technical contributions to information theory and to its practice. Joy also made an impact to industry through several successful startups. In recognition of Joy's contribution to the exposition of Information Theory, the IEEE Information Theory Society Board of Governors has agreed to establish the Joy Thomas IEEE Information Theory Society Tutorial Paper Award. The Joy Thomas Foundation established to honor Joy's legacy of excellence and giving back, will sponsor this award.
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