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for Lou Thomas
Truitt Cockrell
October 27, 2019
One of the most beloved friends I have ever had.
Lanes chaple Member
November 17, 2011
Thank you brother Lou for always being there when i was down
November 14, 2011
the best special friend i have ever had he touched many inspecial ways he was allways there for me. bless you brenda jabo and all who this great guy touched alan and penny frankston
November 9, 2011
Thank you Bro Lou, for being YOU! Our prayers are with the Thomas Family! We love you! Melissa Dalrymple & Family
Brandy Brown
November 7, 2011
We love & miss you! So thankful for you, and praying for Brenda & the rest of The Thomas Family.
Karen Stansbury
November 6, 2011
Jabo and Stephanie--
we are with you in prayer,
The Staff and Dr. Stansbury
Steve Hardy
November 5, 2011
Love and Prayers to the family
Judy Boyles
November 4, 2011
Love and prayers to Brenda, Jasen, and Janae, and the rest of the Thomas family. Bro. Lou and his family meant so much to my family.
November 3, 2011
Thank you Bro Lou, for being so kind to my Mother in her hours of need. And also to us. Our family will never forget you.
Dirk and Joyce Streely
Holly Bridwell
November 3, 2011
Janae, Praying for you and your family. Hugs ~
November 2, 2011
Bro Lou was at Mother France so many times to see his people and I was so honored to be there when he prayed at the bedside. It was in preop. that I saw him off and on for years. I always thought his face shined like he just saw Jesus moments before, but I knew he had a special walk with him. I am very sorry I could not attend his memorial; he will be missed. Please find comfort in knowing he is with Jesus. How proud his family members must be of him. I feel blessed to have known him. God bless you. Jo Malone RN
Lisa Eldriidge
November 2, 2011
Bro Lou you brought Christ into my life. I am forever in debt to you for that. You will be greatly missed. My prayers are with your family now. God bless you all.
Cathy Ford
November 2, 2011
Bro Lou will greatly missed by both of us. For Brenda and rest of the Thomas Family; We love you all Claude and Cathy Ford
Beverly Williams
November 2, 2011
I remember Bro. Lou from my childhood. He was preaching in Swift, TX. Then, years later, our paths crossed again at First United Methodist. May you find comfort in the many special memories of the one you loved so much. May God's love give you strength and bring you peace during this difficult time.
Mary Turney
November 2, 2011
Brenda, Emma Jo and the rest of the Thomas family, I can't be there today but my thoughts and prayers are with you as they have been for so many days. I love you all special.
Mark & Deaun Stinecipher
November 2, 2011
Bro. Lou was a truly wonderful person who will be missed by many. He was always such a positive influence and was always ready to lend a hand or an ear. I hope that you each take comfort in knowing that your special angel is watching over you. You are in our thoughts and prayers...
Erik & Amy Fleming
November 2, 2011
Brenda,
Amy and I just found out today. We are praying for you now. The love between you and Lou is a shining example for the world.
Alex will greet him.
Erik & Amy Fleming
Chris Smith
November 2, 2011
The world has lost a fantastic man of God, but I can only imagine the thunderous applause that greeted Brother Lou at Heaven's Gates. Brenda, Janae, Jabo - the rest of the Thomas family - words cannot express the void left in so many peoples' lives at his passing. My hope is that the obvious outpouring of prayers for you all will help you through this time of sorrow. I love each and every one of you.
Gary Jackson
November 2, 2011
I don't know where to start... Brother Lou was like a father to me; a friend, confidant.. someone I could joke with, go hunting with or play golf with. He baptized both my children and has watched them grow into adults. I worked closely with Bro Lou in administrative functions as well as support functions at Lanes Chapel. I currently and in the foreseeable future still expect to be thoroughly involved at Lanes Chapel; singing with the choir and the Praise Team... but I don't know how it will be with the huge gap created by Lou's passing. Brother Lou was in my "small group"; one of the people I regularly interacted with and spoke to on a regular basis. I know Lou has joined his father in heaven and some day I plan to join that group as well.
My condolences to Brenda and the rest of Brother Lou's family if there is something I can do just ask.
November 2, 2011
Emma Jo, our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family at this most difficult time. Our fond memories of Lou and your family began in Burkeville and have continued all these years. May you find strength in the love of those around you and from the power above. We love you, Wayne and Sandy Foster (Lufkin, Texas)
DIANE & BILL EVANS
November 2, 2011
LOU, WE THANK GOD FOR YOUR LIFE. YOU ARE REAL, LIKE JESUS. THE EMPTY SPACE YOU ARE LEAVING WILL BE HARD TO FILL. GOD GRANT YOUR FAMILY PEACE AT THIS TIME OF SPECIAL SORROW.
James E. & Sohayla Shaw
November 2, 2011
Brenda, Melody & family. Sohayla & I are so saddened to learn about your profound loss. Recently I was behind Bro. Lou at Beckham & Lake. I thought it was him & then I saw his license plate. Really made me smile. I knew you all through Champions for Children. Later on Bro. Lou & I found out we shared a love for bluegrass music when he emceed at the Overton BG Festival. Bro. Lou covered lots of ground & I am so glad our path crossed & if we are good boys & girls I pray again someday on "Heavens Bright Shore"!
Bonni Brown/ Knighton
November 2, 2011
Brother Lou touched my life in more ways that I can ever begin to explain. He was always there for me and so dear to my family and I. Brenda and family, I am so sorry for your loss and I hope we can all find peace in knowing that Brother Lou is at home now and simply waiting on us to join him one day.
Ben and Candi and The Girls Turney
November 2, 2011
You and your family are in our prayers and our hearts.
Andy & Shannon Aynesworth
November 2, 2011
Words alone cannot express the love we have for the Thomas family. Bro. Lou was such a shining example of Christ's love. There was never a doubt about his love for Christ or his love for those in his church family. Our lives have been so blessed for having known Bro. Lou and his precious Brenda. Thank you for sharing him with us.
November 2, 2011
Brenda, our love & prayers go out to you & your family.
Wtih deepest sympathy,
Rodney & Linda
Rogers
November 2, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
tina lucky
November 2, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss Jabo,Gayla,Mrs.Emma Jo and family.i know he will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
November 2, 2011
"My deepest sympathy during your time of loss Jabo,Gayla,Mrs.Emma Jo and family.My thoughts and prayers are with you." Vanessa Jones
Kevin and Elizabeth Hopkins
November 2, 2011
For Brother Lou, we love you
Kevin and Elizabeth Hopkins
November 2, 2011
Lou was so loved by our family, he touched each of us uniquely and he is missed so very much. To Brenda and family, our love and condolences, our hearts are with you. While we know Lou is with our Lord, we left behind have a hole in our lives without him, yet we are so grateful to have given the gift of just knowing Lou. Bless you all.
brian jennings
November 1, 2011
Bro. Lou was a positive influence on everyone he came in contact with. The junior golf program at Oak Hurst always enjoyed seeing bro. lou in his golf cart roaming the fairways and shooting low scores. Most importantly, thanks for your many years or service to the Lord Bro. Lou. You will be missed pal.
Gary Curry
November 1, 2011
Brenda and all the Thomas family.We are keeping ya'll in our prayers.We loved Bro. Lou very much.He was a special friend to me and my family.May God bless your family.Love always the Curry family
julie taylor
November 1, 2011
Brother lou made me smile each time I saw him! He was one of the most unique and special people that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He always made u feel special even in a room full of people. To his family we are so very sorry for your loss and will keep you in our prayers. Much love...john julie bridgette and hood taylor
Vanessa Jones
November 1, 2011
My deepest sympathy Jabo,Gayla,Mrs.Emma Joe and family during your time of loss.I know he truely be missed.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Cummings
November 1, 2011
My heart is heavy after hearing of the loss of Bro Lou, but I rejoice with the angels that he is now in the presence of his King !
Bro Lou was indeed a special man. I'll never forget my first Sunday at LCUMC when he and Brenda greeted me and said "we've been waiting for you". He always knew and remembered me when I visited LCUMC after moving back to Alabama.
My heartfelt prayers and sympathy to Brenda and the family during this difficult time. He is loved by many and will be missed, but his legacy lives on.
Blessings .......
cathy and Claude Ford
November 1, 2011
No body could say love you Girl like Bro Lou. He was always there for you
Norma Clark
November 1, 2011
I was valedictorian at Burkeville High in '66 when Lou was salutatorian. He was very charismatic. All the girls liked him. We sang "Memories" at our graduation and I remember feeling like that was the end of an era. That night was the last time I ever saw Lou. I always wondered what happened to him. I'm not surprised that he became a preacher and touched so many lives. Good Bye, Dear Friend, Rest in Peace.
Angela Dill Smith
November 1, 2011
Janae and Jabo: Thinking of you during this time. Angela Dill Smith and Lauren
Christie, Hunter, and Braden Barnes
November 1, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Bro Lou baptized my two boys in 2007 and he was truely a great pastor and he will be missed! Our prayers are with your family.
November 1, 2011
Brenda, Barbara and I are so sad to hear
about your loss. Heard today through FB. Lou's friendship will be greatly missed. Our love and prayers,
Truitt and Barbara Cockrell
Joanie Skelton Nations
November 1, 2011
I first met "Coach Thomas" when I was in high school in Henderson Texas in 1979. I always loved Coach and knew him to be a wonderful Christian man. He was a great inspiration in my life and he will truly be missed. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Jim Batten
November 1, 2011
I received notificaton of Brother Lou's passing Saturday night. It broke our heart. Brother Lou was always a sincere, genuine friend who was there to help me through a divorce and he also performed Barbara and my Marriage. Lanes Chapel UMC is so richly blessed by having Brother Lou shepherd the flock for so long. May GOD comfort and bless each of you as you go through this most difficult time. Just remember... you KNOW where he is...and we WILL see him again.
Noel Kristof
November 1, 2011
You were such an addition to our family. Gonna miss you, but you will forever be in our hearts.
Sandy Bledsoe
November 1, 2011
Words can never express the precious memories I have of Bro. Lou. He was truly an inspirational man of God. I loved him.
Mike Felker
November 1, 2011
Lou was the kind of man who made each member of his flock feel like they were his favorite. He left the campground cleaner than when he found it and helped to teach us all how to live just a little fuller life. I will miss him sorely. I think we all will.
Pat Fancher
November 1, 2011
So sorry to hear of the loss of Br. Lou. He and his family meant so much to the students of BHS. They were loved by the entire community of Burkeville, and the family touched everyone in a special way. I hold fond memories of the times we shared on the basketball court and the baseball field. Lou's dad encouraged me to achieve goals I would have otherwise never dreamed. His mom was an inspiration as home room sponsor and director of our school play. God continue to be with this family.
Karen Armstong
November 1, 2011
He will truly be miss ....
Andy Dill
November 1, 2011
Jabo, Janae, Brenda and Family
May the Lord bless and comfort you during this time of loss. Many lives have been touched through Lou's ministry and that legacy will last for years to come. Andy and Sylvia Dill
Brian Daly
November 1, 2011
Bro Lou will be truly missed, but he is in his Father's house now rejoicing with the angels and singing his Father's praises. I loved to enthusiasm that Bro Lou brought to his sermons and especially when welcoming new members into the church, and for those rededicating their lives to Christ. God Bless the Thomas family, and I offer my deepest sympathies during this time of loss, but as we all know, he is with his Lord & Saviour and he could not be happier.
Yyuvone Heidelberger
November 1, 2011
Our hearts are so heavy. I first met Bro. Lou when he was serving on the SCCADA board where I was employed. He was one of those people you felt like you had known forever upon first meeting. He counseled me on several occasions about struggles going on in my life. I was raised Southern Baptist and he would tell me, "That's ok. I won't hold that against you! I call myself Methobapticostal!" It was so exciting to be around Bro. Lou. His dedication to God and to the people he surrounded himself with was top notch. I loved watching him at our golf tournaments. His enthusiastic spirit was contagious. My husband and I loved to visit to hear him preach when we came home to TX . I know Lanes' Chapel is forever changed because of his life. Our prayers are with all of you. Heaven truly gained one of the best!
Halli Newland-Covey
November 1, 2011
You will be greatly missed here on earth by so many. Thinking of the family during this time and lifting you up in the highest of prayers.
Patrick McGown
November 1, 2011
Bro Lou was, is, and will always be a special man in our hearts. He touched everyone who had the honor to meet him. He will be sorely missed in this community.
Kathy Fenley-Munson
November 1, 2011
Thank you Lord for blessing us with your fine servant. No words can be said that will ease our earthly pain. He touched our family in many ways while at Bethlehem UMC in Hudson. Lou baptized both of our daughters, Meagan, and Jenae, who was named for his daughter, Janae. He performed Meagan's wedding ceremony. LOTS of DUCK HUNTING and other escapades were woven through the fabric of his messages. The Lord has one of His most precious angels. God watch over your family and may peace encompass your lives.
Margaret Snyder Wood
November 1, 2011
Brenda . We are so sorry for your lose. Brother Lou touched so many hearts with his messages of salvation through Jesus Christ our Lord. I pray that the Lord will comfort and strengthen you in your time of sorrow.
Our whole family will keep you in our prayers.
Margaret Snyder Wood and Bill
Scotty and Laura Snyder
Renee' and David Wilson
Pam and Loftin Gould
Mark and Teri Snyder
November 1, 2011
Bro. Lou meant so much to my family. He baptized my husband and daughter and preached at my mother's funeral. My prayers are with Brenda and family. He was the kind of minister and friend you never forget. Judy Boyles, Mt. Enterprise UMC
Dana Johnson Whatley
November 1, 2011
Brenda, how fortunate to be the chosen woman in Bro. Lou's life. I saw the love he had for you from the first day I met him. What a wonderful example of a three fold marriage you two shared with so many of us. You and Bro. Lou are a true blessing to me. May His grace be sufficient for your every need in this difficult time.
I love you.
scott warner
November 1, 2011
"What a great man"!!! Bro. Lou will be missed. When we moved to Granbury it was hard finding a church after being at Lanes Chapel! God bless the thomas family and the lanes chapel congregation
Amanda, Scott, Ryann and Will Warner (granbury)
Holly Hargett
November 1, 2011
Thank you Bro. Lou for showing so many the living word in action. You are truly a blessing.
November 1, 2011
Only God knows how much I loved Lou Thomas.I was a member of Fairview when he came there. He was always smiling and had the best persoality. Deer season was going to open, he wanted to go so bad , but didn't have a gun so I loaned him mine. He killed his first deer with my gun and I wouldn't let anyone use my gun, but I let Lou. He will live in my heart forever and I know he will be missed so much. My heart goes out to the family. May God be with you all. Louise Stanfield, Douglass Texas
Jamie McFarland
November 1, 2011
I was saddened to hear about Bro Lou. He was my pastor many years ago and he has never left my heart. He loved God with passion and demonstrated what Christlike was. My heart goes out to Brenda and the family. May God comfort you and give you strength through this difficult time.
Tisha Mills
November 1, 2011
You are all in my thoughts and my prayers. He was a great influence on me when I was a teenager and I will forever be grateful!! He will be truly missed!
Regina Hollie
November 1, 2011
My thoughts are with you during your time of sorrow. I met Bro. Lou and assisted him on many of his visits to Mother Frances. He will be greatly missed. He was a Man of God in every respect. My prayers are that God will keep you and bless you.
Regina Hollie
November 1, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Bro. Lou's passing. I assisted him so many times when he visited members at Mother Frances. Just seeing him come in was a refreshing experience. He will be missed by many. His memory will always be with me. May God Bless and Keep you all.
November 1, 2011
I attended Lane's Chapel with my husband only a few times but each time Bro. Lou pricked my heart with his message. It was almost like he was tuned into what I needed to hear. His passion for the Lord made me excited and want to be a better person.
To Bro. Lou's family, my prayers are with you in this difficult time. Lean on the Lord during this time. He will carry you through. God Bless you all and my thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Meagan Fenley Moore
November 1, 2011
I have so many memories of Bro. Lou. He was my childhood pastor and even though he left our church, he never left my heart. Praying for comfort during this time of sorrow.
Phillip T. Burns
November 1, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Dan & Jeanie Bridges
November 1, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
November 1, 2011
May God bless you and your family in your time of sorrow.My prayer is that God will continue to give you comfort in your time of need.I always enjoyed talking to Bro Lou when he came into the office he was a good man.May God continue to be with you and your family always. Patonya Crawford
Larry Patterson
November 1, 2011
I have no words to express my sadness, i can only hope in time i will understand why this Soldier of God was called home with so many lives left to touch. May God Bless you and your family.
Jan Decker
November 1, 2011
Praying for his family. Remember and Rejoice in his Life!
November 1, 2011
To the Thomas family..He was my middle school coach along with his Dad in Troup and made a very big impact not only on my life but others as well..He was and still is a great man of God and will be missed but know that he is in heaven rejoicing with all the others that have gone on before him..Love you all..Trish (Toole) Roberson
November 1, 2011
Praying for peace and comfort during this time of sorrow. Courtney McAllister
Robert Hardy
November 1, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Larry Tate
November 1, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Staci Cole
November 1, 2011
My deepest condolences for your loss to your entire family. You will be in my prayers and in my heart for always. Staci Cole,Jacksonville,TX
Marilyn Vaught
November 1, 2011
We have "worlds" of wonderful memories... enough to fill a book. I know that Bro. Lou has touched the hearts of many people just the way he touched ours. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with each and everyone of the family.....and all of you who love and miss Lou. May God bless you and keep you and may He give you Peace that passeth understanding. Marilyn and Tom Vaught
Mandy Cobb
November 1, 2011
Words cannot express how much the Thomas family means to my family. Bro Lou set a wonderful example of how to live a Christlike life to us everyday. He was an amazing inspiration of what it means to have the Holy Spirit living through you in all that you do. We will miss him terribly and will never forget the seed he has planted in us to live everyday as if you will see Jesus that day. My heart goes out to each of you and I pray that you will find strength, comfort, peace and joy in the arms of Jesus in the days to come. We love you!! Jamie, Mandy and Alicia Cobb
November 1, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We love you guys and are very pround to have gotten to know Brother Lou. Such a wonderful man! The Chancellor Family
Mary Simpson Gray
November 1, 2011
The family of Chris and Mary Simpson Gray love you and are praying for you with all our hearts.
November 1, 2011
Condolences and prayers for Emma Jo and the family during this time of grief. Donnie Bobo Chumley Jenkins
Laurie Davis
November 1, 2011
May the love of family, friends and God help you through this hard time. Our hearts and prayers go out to you.
Vic,Laurie,Karlee&Austin Davis
Frances Brown
November 1, 2011
Bro Lou was my paster for almost 16 years. He was my friend and a friend to my children. I always knew that he loved me. He laughed with me, he cried with me and he prayed with & for me constantly. Bro Lou was the most godly man that I have ever known and will be deeply & sorely missed. I love him dearly.
Brenda, Mrs Thomas, Melody, Jasen and family - you are all in my prayers and my heart is broken for you. I am rejoicing at the rewards that Bro Lou has received in heaven and that he is worshipping with Jesus (and probably playing golf with St Peter!). I love you special!
Frances
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