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Bond Thomas Obituary
Mr. Bond Arthur Thomas, Sr., age 61 of Dayton, OH, passed away Monday, September 24, 2012 at his residence.
Born May 7, 1951 in Chicago, IL to the late Eloyd Sr. and Millard (Bond) Thomas, but grew up in Jackson, TN. He graduated from Merry High School, Class of 1970. He attended Tennessee State University where he completed a Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice, and became a Correctional Officer for the state of Tennessee in 1972. Bond became a Christian very early in his life when he joined Mount Zion Baptist Church in Jackson, TN.
Preceded in death by his brothers, Mr. Eugene Arthur Thomas and Mr. Eloyd Thomas, Jr.
He is survived by his children, Bond A. Thomas, Jr. of Waukegan, IL, Brian E. Thomas of Silver Spring, MD, Damon M. Thomas of Nashville, TN, Yvonne M. Thomas of Dayton, OH; siblings, Angela Thomas Boatwright of Los Angeles, CA, Michael Paxton of Memphis, TN; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and loving friends.
Funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, October 5, 2012 at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1720 Linnbrook Drive, Dayton. Rev. Reginald Frey officiating. Interment Greencastle Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to the House of Wheat Funeral Home, Inc., 2107 N. Gettysburg Ave., Dayton, OH 45406; (937) 274-1693. Online condolences may be expressed at [email protected]
Memories and Condolences
for Bond Thomas
Grafton Whitlow - Fisk '73
October 20, 2012
Angela,
May you find comfort in knowing that your loved on is in God's care.
October 7, 2012
To Angie,Bond Jr, and Brain, I was overwhelmed and deeply saddened to receive the news of Bond"s passing. Once again our family chain has been breached, our family bond remains steadfast. I am looking forward to our reunion in 2014, I will keep each of you in my prayers.
Sincerely your cousin,
Eleanor Grimes Goines
Florissant, Missouri
October 6, 2012
We the members of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist, Jackson, TN, extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Bond. Home church where Bond, Angela and Eloyd grew up. We will keep you in our prayers. Respectfully submitted. Rev. B. E. Anderson and Members
October 6, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
October 6, 2012
My condolences to the family. My prayers are with you always. Look to God for comfort and allow your friends to love and embrace you through this difficult time.
Wendy Dixon and Family
cece davis
October 5, 2012
I,m so sorry for your loss may God bless you and all of Bonds family. Cece Davis co-worker.at Dunbar usps
Mattie Williamson Roby
October 4, 2012
I remember the comical, handsome, and sweet classmate, Bond Thomas. Angela, Tee Willie, and the rest of the family, you have my sincere prayers.
October 4, 2012
We will truly miss you Uncle Bond....
Love You
Tonya Price
October 4, 2012
Our prayers are with the family. Rosemary, Ann and the late Dell Marie Morris.
Tee Willie ( Hardin) Woods
October 4, 2012
I was so sorry to hear about my cousin & classmate from Merry High School Class of 1970. It seems like just yesterday when we were all sitting together this past July at the All Merry High School Reuion in Jackson, TN. I will miss your smile & your humor whenever we met up even while growing up
EDWARD KEETON
October 4, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
October 4, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss Angie. My prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Dottie (Paxton) Woods Memphis, TN
Angela Cole
October 4, 2012
My prayer's and condolences goes out to the family im so sorry to hear of your loss Thomas was a amazing person and a good friend he will be truly missed,,,,
Terryll Zade
October 2, 2012
Bond, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
October 2, 2012
My heart is heavy with sorrow! I was looking forward to having Bond join our school district here is Waukegan,Il. I often hear about you all the time from my brother, George as he found it find encouraging talking to you almost everyday! You are going to be miss by all of your Merry High class of 1970 friends.
Sadie May Robinson
Doris Jones
October 2, 2012
Sorry to hear about your loss. I will continue to pray for you and your family. Let me know if I can help in anyway.
October 2, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about the lost of your love one. I remember Bond growing up in Jackson, TN. Your cousin, Carol Grimes-Weeden
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