Brenda Yvonne Claverie Thomas

Brenda Yvonne Claverie Thomas obituary

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Brenda Thomas Obituary

Brenda Yvonne Claverie Thomas, age 71, died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on October 22, 2014 at 12:15 am; Wife of Hebert J Thomas, Jr.; Mother of Celeste V Thomas, Natalie E Thomas Morris (Roderick) of New Orleans, LA and Michael A Thomas of Covington, WA; Grandmother of Brittany Angelle Thomas of Honolulu, HI; Sister of Mamie-Ann Claverie Dupaty of Dallas, GA, Charles A Claverie III (Patricia) of Hattiesburg, MS, Louis Wayne Claverie (Sheila) of Redondo Beach, CA and Jean Claverie Glapion (Noel) of San Francisco, CA; Sister-in-law of Claudette Thomas Hockaday (Eddie, Sr.) of New Orleans, LA, Joyce Thomas Law of Detroit, MI, Gloria Thomas Boutté and Gary A Thomas, Sr. (Sabrina) of New Orleans, LA and Jackie Thomas Gaines (John, Sr.) of San Antonio, TX; She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of the State of Louisiana and United Healthcare, Community and State, pastors, officers and members of Gideon Christian Fellowship International and Watson Memorial Teaching Ministries are invited to attend a Funeral Mass of Christian Burial at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 7300 Crowder Blvd. on Friday, October 31, 2014 at 11:00 am; Visitation will begin at 9:00 am; Interment: Private; Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Av. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook.

Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Oct. 28 to Oct. 31, 2014.
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I miss you sooooo much!!!! With all of my life I miss you!

Brittany Thomas

Grandchild

June 24, 2020

I'm just thinking of you today, as most days, and it still Blesses me that we had the time together that we did.

'See you on the other side of Eternity, Mommy

I Love you, always. <3

Celeste Thomas

November 15, 2016

Michael Thomas

October 21, 2016

It's been 2 years now since you had to go. We all still miss you down here. I love you

Michael Thomas

October 21, 2016

Happy Birthday, Mama

Michael Thomas

June 22, 2016

Happy Mother's Day, where you are out there

Michael Thomas

May 9, 2016

On this first anniversary of your passing, I just wanted to say that I think about you every day and I'll never forget everything you did for me in raising me as your son. I miss you always.

Michael Thomas

October 21, 2015

Dear Celeste, Natalie, and Michael
Thinking of you and so sorry for your loss. Find comfort in each other and in your mother's love; which is within you always.

Anya Lagarde

November 16, 2014

I'll miss you Aunt Brenda. I'll always remember your smile. Rest in Peace.

Bridgett Thomas-Sullivan

October 31, 2014

My Condolences and Prayers. Celeste, Keep God and Your Mother In Your Heart.

Dwayne Vinnett

October 30, 2014

I have Unlimited and Neverending Love for you, Mama. Thank you for the honor of being your daughter - your first born. Thank you for blessing me with the Gift of You. I Love you. -Ness

Celeste Thomas

October 30, 2014

Dear Celeste:
My condolences for your lost. Although we only spoke by email regarding our family history. I am deeply saddened to hear about your mom. May God bless you and your family.

Brenda Claverie-Wilson

October 30, 2014

Condolences to your family.

Linda Singleton

October 30, 2014

Many condolences to the family

Octavious O'Neal

October 29, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of your lost. May God keep you in this time of mourning.
Herbert Manuel

Hattie Manuel

October 29, 2014

I will miss your quick wit and loving and caring nature. Wayne and I will see you on the other side.
Prayerfully
Shelia and Wayne

October 29, 2014

Dear Claverie and Thomas Families,
Please accept our heart felt sympathies on the lost of your loved one Brenda, It seems far to soon for Brenda's transition, but we know that she is now embraced by God's Eternal light. Your loving thoughts and fond memories will keep Brenda in your hearts and will be a source of strength during your time of mourning. May God Bless your family.

The Ricard"s
(Altonette, Barbara, Ricky and Lisa)

October 29, 2014

To the Claverie and Thomas Families,
We were just in NOLA last week visiting the old neighborhood, made a phone call only to learn of Brenda's passing.
This beautiful photo of Brenda, reminds us of the smile she always had while growing in.
Sonny, Anne, Wayne, Jean and family, please know the Peace and Love of the Universal Creator during this time. Yes, she will be missed, however, she will always be with us.
Sincerely,
A Childhood Neighbor

Willa-Joy Washington Smith-Bey

October 28, 2014

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