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Ernest Thomas Obituary

Ernest Lee Thomas, 84, died Saturday, June 21, 2008, at his home. After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, Mr. Thomas moved to Jackson, where he lived for 59 years. He was retired from the U.S. Postal Service and the State of Mississippi.
Mr. Thomas was born September 12, 1923, the fifth child of the late Barney and Maggie Thomas, Sr.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Geraldine ("Geri") Lott Thomas of Brandon; son, Dr. Ernie Thomas and wife, Sandra of Brandon; daughter Patricia Thomas Dees and husband, Dwight of Utica; daughter, Carolyn Thomas Pickard and husband, Steve of Meridian; seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
He loved fishing and was an avid gardener until he was unable to continue gardening activities due to his declining health.
Visitation will be today, noon until 2:00 p.m. at Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home on High Street. Service will be at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel, with interment at Lakewood Cemetery.
Published by Clarion Ledger on Jun. 24, 2008.

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Judy Wood Dickson

June 26, 2008

I just now (Thursday) found out about the death of Mr. Thomas. I'm sorry I didn't know in time to be at the funeral. All of you were my second family as I grew up. Thank you for my memories. You were all a kind and caring family to me. Thank you for allowing me to practically live at your house! All I can remember is all good from your family.

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