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Audrey Thomas Obituary
WILKES-BARRE — Audrey J. Thomas, 87, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away peacefully on Nov. 26, 2023, at Riverstreet Manor in Wilkes-Barre.
She was born in Wilkes-Barre, a daughter of the late Joseph and Helen Yanchick Yamrus. Audrey was a homemaker in her early years to her husband and children then went on to work at Lerners department store in Harrisburg, Pa., and eventually retiring as a waitress for Patte's Sports Bar in Wilkes-Barre.
Audrey was a member of St. Anthony/St. George Maronite Catholic Church, Wilkes-Barre, and its Altar & Rosary Society. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt, who will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Maryann, and her brother, Joseph Yamrus.
Audrey is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Joseph Thomas and by her children, Deborah McKenzie and her husband, Jeff, Cumming, Ga., Kim Cardinale, Wilkes-Barre, Joann Brancher and her husband, Rod, Loganville, Ga., Joseph Thomas and his wife, AnnMarie Petitto-Thomas, Perkasie, Pa., and Jacquelyn Thomas, Cochranville, Pa. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Aaron Kaspriskie and his wife, Crystal, Stevie Kitchens and her husband, Dan, Joseph Thomas and his wife, Abby, Eric Thomas and Francesca Cardinale; great grandchildren, Abby and Morgan Kaspriskie, Parker, Levi and Josie Kitchens; brothers, Ray Yamrus and his wife, Ann, Cameron, N.C., Tom Yamrus and his companion, Joy Koester, Bel Air, Md., Pat Yamrus and his wife Ellie, Bangor, Pa. and numerous nieces and nephews.
Audrey's family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Riverstreet Manor for their loving and compassionate care.
A celebration of Audrey's life will begin with a visitation from 9 to 11 a.m. on Friday at St. Anthony/St. George's Maronite Catholic Church, 311 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre, with Divine Liturgy to follow at 11 a.m. Rev. Adib Salameh will officiate. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Township.
Memorial donations may be made in Audrey's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105 or St. Anthony/St. George Maronite Catholic Church, 323 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18702.
Condolences may be sent by visiting Audrey's obituary at www.natandgawlas.com.
Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Nat Gawlas Jordan Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre.
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Memories and Condolences
for Audrey Thomas
Nancy Bellas
November 28, 2023
Joe and family, So very sorry to hear of the loss of Audrey. Great memories from the old neighborhood! May Audrey rest in Peace. Nancy McGinley Bellas
Jay Carroll
November 28, 2023
Joe and family, I am so sorry to read about Audrey's passing. I remember her very well from when we were neighbors on Hutson St. My thoughts and prayers are with her and your family.
Rosemary Bogumil
November 28, 2023
Condolences to all of the Thomas family.
Michael khalife
November 28, 2023
Entire Thomas Family,
I am very sorry for your loss.
Michael Khalife
Marty&Kathy Kane, Ft Myers, Fl
November 28, 2023
Dear Joe&Family: We would at this time like to extend our most sincere condolences on the death of your wife&mother Audrey. Our thoughts&prayers are with your entire family at this time.
Joe Gonda
November 28, 2023
Very sorry for your loss prayers and blessings and may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jerry bonner
November 28, 2023
Dear Joe and Thomas Family we are so sorry to hear about your beautiful wife Audrey she was the nicest person please accept our condolences may Audrey rest in peace sincerely Jerry bonner family Daytona Beach Florida
Rose Brous
November 28, 2023
Dear Joe, AnnMarie and family
May your mother´s memory be a blessing and may she rest in peace
Love you guys- Rose
Jo Ann Garrison
November 27, 2023
Joe & Family. So sorry for your loss. Audrey was the best. She always greeted you with that unforgettable smile. We have lost a great soul but heaven gained another angel. May God rest her soul in peace. Sincere condolences.
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