Photo courtesy of Davis Mortuary Service - Gretna
Avondale, Louisiana
Howard Thomas, Sr. entered into eternal rest at his residence on Friday, March 29, 2013. Husband by first marriage of the late Mary Louise Haynes Thomas and by second marriage of the late Rosie Marie Thomas. Father of Lisa Thomas (Fredrick Grimes) of Baton Rouge, LA, Howard Thomas, Jr. of Caynon County, CA, Terry Mars of Prichard AL, Myrna Thomas of New Orleans, LA, Kim T. Aubert (Darren Sr.) of New Orleans, LA and the late Charlene Singh. Son of the late Walter Thomas and Lizzie Anderson Thomas. Brother of Guy and Sam Thomas, the late Howard Jr., Senior, Jessie, Eva Mae, Irene, Isaac, Willie, Elouise and Ella Mae Thomas. Also survived by 15 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 82 years. A native of Maringouin, LA and resident of Avondale, LA. He was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School, a CPL and veteran of the U.S. Army and retired Weight Master with Swift Independent Packing Co.
Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Second Saint John Baptist Church and all neighboring churches and Heart of Hospice are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Second Saint John Baptist Church, 242 Avondale Garden Rd., Avondale, LA on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the church. Interment: Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA.
Arrangements by
DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE, INC., 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook go to
www.davismortuaryservice.com
To the Thomas Family.... on behalf of the Appleberry Family, please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of Mr. Thomas. We are continuing to pray for your strength and healing.
Elaine Appleberry
April 06, 2013 | Harvey, LA
Our Deepest Condolences
The Russ Family
April 06, 2013
Our Deepest Condolences
The Russ Family
April 06, 2013
Our deepest condolences
From The Russ Family
April 06, 2013
Our Prayers and thoughts are with you. We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through bereavement. May the peace which comes from cherished memories comfort each of you now and in the days ahead.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
A. Wesley's Funeral Home & Staff
April 06, 2013 | Maringouin, LA
We extend our condolences to the Thomas Family. May you find comfort in the knowledge that your loved one lived a life of purpose and is now with the Lord and may that same Jesus grant you the strength to continue his legacy of Faith and good works. Our prayers and thoughts and are with you.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Ginger F. Smith & Family
April 06, 2013 | Maringouin, LA
To the Thomas Family.
Look to the Lord for strength in your time of sorry. You have our deepest sympathy.
Mr.and Mrs. Braxton of the second St. John Baptist Church
April 06, 2013
To the Thomas family, may God grant peace and comfort at this time in your lives, stay close to each other with love and understanding.
Alexander and Julie Smith lll
April 05, 2013
To the Thomas Family, may God grant peace and solace to you all at this time. Band close together and keep the ties that bind a family to each other strong.
Love and Peace, Alex and Julie Smith
April 05, 2013