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Helen Colley-Thomas Obituary
Helen Ardelle Colley-Thomas
She was born August 2, 1931, in Everett, WA and is survived by her five daughters, Peggy Kramer (Dennis), Terri Emery (Ed), Tami Ingle (Dale), Traci Armstrong (friend, Bobby) and Kelli Thomas (friend, Mark); 13 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband, Clifford N. Thomas; and son, Steven L. Thomas.
At her request, no service will be held.
A Celebration of Life gathering will be at 2:00 p.m., March 19 located at the Emery Residence, 11909 81st Ave NE, Marysville, WA. 360-653-4188
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to BSA Troop 92, c/o Terri Emery, at address above.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Helen Colley-Thomas
March 25, 2011
Peggy, My heart is with you and your family as you mourn the passing of your mother and grandmother. I love you all as if you were my own. Ken Tate
Great Grandma and Eli
Elijah Davenport
March 16, 2011
Del & Linda Armstrong
March 15, 2011
We were truly saddened to hear of the passing of Helen. We first met her at the wedding of our oldest son, Jerry, and Traci. She was a sweet, gentle, always smiling lady and did not change a bit up to the last time we visited at the Eagle Scout ceremony for Dylan, our shared Grandson. Dylan is staying with us now while going to school at Bellevue College and he also is greatly saddened by the loss of his Grandmother. He and his siblings stayed often at Helen's home and we have heard many fond memories of those times. We have often marveled at how well she has done in raising 5 girls as a widow. Raising 5 children is a difficult task under any circumstance but she really excelled and also remained calm and composed. We have always been warmly welcomed by all of her girls, Peggy, Terri, Tami and Kelli and we would like to extend our condolences to them. And, particularly, Ed and Terri who have helped out so much with our Grandchildren, Dylan, Diedre and Logan. Thank you!
And finally to Traci, our sincere and heart-felt sorrow is shared with you. We are well aware of how much your Mother meant to you and we know how much you will miss her. Our experience is that as time goes by you think of your loved one fondly and know that you will always love them.
Our love to you all.
Dale Ingle
March 15, 2011
I think I have almost allways referrd to my mother in-law as grandma just as most people did. She was kind to me from the first time I met her till the last time I talked to her. I will miss the fiestiness that she had. Missed will be good natured teasing which sometimes you'd have to repeat 2 or 3 times because she did'nt hear you the first time. Grandma,I love you and I will miss you.
Dana
March 15, 2011
To the Thomas Girls,
Your Mom has taken the next step of her journey and is now reunited with your Dad and Steven. I know she leaves this world very proud of the girls she left behind. She has always been a very strong woman and I hope you find some of her strength to help you through this sorrowful time. Peggy, I agree with you. Helen was always the family rock. I think your sister Tami has all the makings of being just like her. As young girls we always called her Mom!
My Memories of Helen always have her in her chair directing whatever needed to be directed :) And her laugh…it’s funny after all these years I still remember her laugh. And to this day I have never seen anyone make a prettier gingerbread house than your Mom.
She was a very special person and I hope you girls find peace and comfort knowing she is in a better place.
Peace be with you,
Dana
Holly Ingle
March 13, 2011
So sorry for the loss of your mother. I only met her a few times but she was a very sweet lady and you could tell she loved to be around her family.
March 12, 2011
I have so many good things to say about Helen.Lots of memories.. She was like my second Mom through High School. She was a very kind and loving person. I will always remember when I would walk through the door and she would be sitting in her kitchen chair next to the phone(652-7883)with a really thick book she was reading. She was very loved by her family.. My thoughts are with all of you. Deanna Woolard
D. Sutton
March 12, 2011
Traci, I didn't know your lovely mother; I came across her memorial on Legacy.com. I'm so sorry for your loss. Mom's are so very special; I lost mine March 30th, 2010. I miss her everyday. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Traci Armstrong
March 11, 2011
Mom, I have missed you so much this week. Still waiting for you to call and yell at me because I haven't called you all week... I'm gonna miss our 652-7883 number showing up on my phone. We've had that number all our lives. There are so many adjustments. I feel so disconnected these past few days. Dylan, Jeri, and Logan miss you too mom. Please visit us often. I love you mommy. Traci and kids
Terri Emery
March 11, 2011
Mom, I have been too busy for it too be real yet. The first quiet day I have and realize I didn't get my daily call from you will be my hardest. I know you're watching over us and we'll try to make you proud. Terri
Jackie Richards
March 10, 2011
Tami and Traci, I am very sorry for the loss of your wonderful mother. I miss and love you girls. Love Jackie
Christy & Tom Lee
March 10, 2011
Terry, Ed and Family,
I am sorry about the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jaron & The Hampsons
March 10, 2011
Grandma Thomas was always very special to us kids at Lake Goodwin growing up. Our family as well as our community have lost one of the originals. My thoughts are with the family now, as Grandma Thomas rolls around Heaven all day. God Bless.
March 10, 2011
My thoughts are with you--Terry S
Tami Ingle
March 10, 2011
Mom, I will miss you so much. Ninoazul and Jack still go into your room to look for you. Eli has asked about you. I told him you live in Heaven now, he seemed to be ok with that, as for the rest of us in this house, there is an emptiness hanging about. I love you Mom. Your daughter TamiLou
Elizabeth Ramstad
March 9, 2011
Traci and Tami, I'm so sorry to hear about your Mother. I'm sure she was a wonderful woman, based on knowing you. You are both kind and compassionate, and also you have her striking beauty. love to you both,
Peggy & Dennis Kramer
March 9, 2011
Mom you were our rock, Your love made us who we are today, It made me a better mother and grandmother. I love you and miss you so much. Just knowing your with dad and your son steven now brings peace to us girls. God bless you Peggy & Dennis Kramer (Stanwood WA)
Traci Armstrong
March 9, 2011
I miss you Mom. Traci
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