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Marilyn THOMAS

Beavercreek, Ohio

May 19, 1937 – Feb 28, 2021 (Age 83)

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BORN
May 19, 1937
DIED
February 28, 2021
AGE
83
LOCATION
Beavercreek, Ohio

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THOMAS, Marilyn ElaineAfter more than 84 years of a beautiful life, Marilyn Elaine Thomas passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, February 28, 2021. Born in Kansas City in 1937, Marilyn grew up in Detroit, where her parents taught in the public school system, which sparked a young...

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I will always remember my friend Marilyn Thomas. She was a true guardian and advocate for children and their families. She also set the bar high for women to rise above and broke through the "glass ceiling" when others did not know there was one! We miss you and love you always.

I think of Marilyn so often. She was a blessing in my life.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Sheri, Emily & Evan

Marilyn was a joy and a blessing to know. She was a woman of great strength, honesty, wisdom - and profound care for others. We will miss her deeply, and send our love and prayers to Tommy and the family.

Marilyn and I have been best friends since we were 9 years old. We were roommates at Michigan State. The memories we shared during this special friendship will keep this beautiful, caring, and thoughtful person alive in my heart forever. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Marilyn Thomas was a champion for kids, a trailblazer for women and a formidable community leader. She was one of the best CEO's I have ever had the opportunity to work with. Marilyn was a great person and friend. We will miss her greatly and our sympathy is with Tommy and the family. Her legacy will last forever and we know that God is welcoming His good and
faithful servant with open arms.


Marilyn Thomas was one of the finest, most caring and thoughtful ladies I was Blessed to know. It was, indeed, a pleasure to work with, and for, her and to learn from her. My wife, Irene, and I send our heartfelt prayers to Tommy and their children.

Our deepest condolences are extended to Tommy and the Thomas family. Your loss is understood and heartfelt by us and by all that had the opportunity to know Marilyn and to be graced by her loving presence.
Marilyn was a wonderful, caring and unique lady who provided warmth and happiness with her words, smiles and laughter. The relationship began seventy years ago and she was loved and considered a member of our extended family by all in our family. She will be missed, and yet we feel...

To the Thomas Family,
My deepest and sincerest condolences. I have known your family for over 50 years and indeed have many blessed and cherished memories. Marilyn was a professional, personal, and inspirational mentor to me in my life's journey. I will always remember her as a gracious, caring, compassionate person. Her advocacy and care for children and families have left a lasting legacy within the Head Start community. Be comforted in knowing that Marilyn is at rest in the arms...