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for Earl Thomas
The Moore Family (SW WDC)
March 8, 2024
To our Chief of Police
Minister Smith & Family:
May Rev. Thomas Continue His
Rest In Eternal Peace and Love
We have been assigned as your prayer WARRIORS!!!
We thank God for you, your assignment, and the Full Force. ...get us together because we know there will be no excuse!
Devin,D'Lon & Daamir
April 26, 2010
When you cry,we cry...We miss DaDo and we have to be strong. We are the "men", that's our job. Don't worry,we'll take care of you. WE LOVE YOU MAWMAW! YOU'RE THE BEST!
LaTrec' Holloway
April 26, 2010
I don't know where i would have been if it weren't for all you have taught me, all i can say is THANK YOU! I get sad ALOT because the memories are so vivid but i am assured and secured that you are dwelling in the house of the LORD...SWEET REST..LOVE YOU ALWAYS!
Lakesha Willis
April 26, 2010
To the Thomas Family,
Be Blessed.....GOD is with you always! Mr. Thomas must be full of JOY as he looks down to see how strong his family is. Keep in your hearts and lives, all of the values and life lessons he has taught you.
Forever in my thoughts and prayers,
Love Always,
Mkenzie and Khyle Mallett
April 26, 2010
We love you, MawMaw!
Leonard Harmon
April 25, 2010
Dado that what we called u.Just want you to know we miss u much!I still hear u telling me set small goals!lol love ya bud.
I miss you dado...
K'Darious Jamerson
April 25, 2010
Monette Harmon
April 25, 2010
In everything...we are giving thanks!
Shantell Allen
April 25, 2010
I am so glad to Know that you are at peace with GOD!!!! Your Legacy Will forever live in my Heart!!! You were a wonderful Pastor, Teacher, Preacher, Friend and Father!!!! It just seems like you are on a Long Vaction and will be back soon. I will continue to Pray for the Strenght of your Lovely Wife, Mrs. Emma (Mama T)!! and Girls and Grands!!!! She is an Awesome Women of God with Great Knowlegde!! What a Perfect Match you both were!! God Knew what he was doing...!! Continue to Rest in the Lord!!!
Until we meet again!!! I love you always, Shantell Allen
James Thrower
April 25, 2010
I am family
Earl was my firend and comrad. How I miss talking and traveling with Him. He shall ever be a part of my life and memory. Rest in peace my friend; see you soon.
Isaiah Farrington
April 25, 2010
Pastor Thomas was a great person. He believed that I would grow to be a wonderful person, and he was one of the most perfect examples for me. He was wonderful he treated me like one of his grandchildren, and he made me feel like he was my grandfather. He was always loving, kind and nice towards me. I want to thank everyone in the family for sharing him in such a loving and unselfish manner towards me. I love and thank you all for such a honor and privilege
Stephanie Farrington
April 25, 2010
To the Thomas family
Thank you for sharing your Husband, Father,and Grandfather. Pastor Thomas was a great Pastor,friend and example of a what a real man of God looks like.
April 25, 2010
To the Family of Dr. E.L. Thomas,
Pastor Thomas and the Victory Church family will always have a special place in our hearts. You were there 100% when my husband died in 2002. Nicole and I have a special love and respect for the Thomas family and Victory. We will always remember your love and support. We love you now and forever!
Sincerely yours,
Mary Dixon
Nicole Dixon-Mason
April 25, 2010
To the Family of Dr. E. L. Thomas,
I am so excited to still be a part of the ministry he started here at Victory Missionary Baptist Church.
This week is especally significant to me because the men of Victory launched our Pioneer Week Celebration. It began with a men's conference which was a great success. In fact, it went far beyond our expectations. God truly smiled on us.
We had a sleep over at the church for the boys 6 yrs to 12 yrs and they had a great time. Plus, the men and the boys had classess Friday night and Saturday morning.
The fellowship was good. The classes were inspiring, on point, and they were real. The instructors were profound and quite equipped to teach their lessons.
I remember a few days before we knew Dr. E. L. was sick, him sharing with me with so much enthusiasum and excitement that the Lord was sending men to Victory. And, we are seeing this prophecy come to fruition.
Thank you so much Family for sharing this Giant of a man with us. We will never be the same.
Sincerely yours,
Rev. Willie Lyons, III and Family
Tricia Sterling-Williams
April 24, 2010
The Thomas Family will always have a place in our hearts. Thank-you for always keeping God as your focus. Even in adverse situations, you never lost sight. That's the way "E. L." taught you. I remember those lessons as well. I will always love my "Milwaukee Family." Emma, my babies are not babies any more. Be Blessed.
Smith Tennille
April 23, 2010
Hey Thomas's!!!! As I reflect on memories of such a great man... I think about the anniversaries Jevon & I would come to and sing with the sister's as they dedicated a song to their father... Man I miss those times! To Mama Thomas and the girls.... Look Up And Live!!!! Gone but NEVER forgotten.... Love you all!
Brenda Rose
April 23, 2010
Live, Love, Laugh!!!! Gone But Not Forgotten!!!
Felesia Martin
April 23, 2010
To The Thomas Family,
I can remember the first day that I met this wonderful family. You welcomed me into the family just like I was one of your own. It was amazing to meet a family that didn't treat me any different than they treated their biological children. I really miss Earl Lee, but I remember the great times that we shared with him. Emma, I really want to thank you for accepting me as one of your daughters. I know alot of times it seemed like I wasn't paying attention, but I was. Thank you for showing me how to be a stern, but great mother. I look up to you for that. To the girls, thanks for being great sisters. I really miss you all, but remeber that I will always love you all.
Drosto Montgomery
April 23, 2010
Though time has past you are not forgotten. We are here for your family and they await the time when they too can see you again.
Katina Lulu Richardson
April 22, 2010
As I recall one my most memorable moments of Pastor E. L. Thomas he was preaching a sermon and he asked the congregation to say their name out loud, as I looked around most people did, and he replied “WELL I’M TALKING TO YOUUUU” (very powerful) although I was very young that night I learned that It’s not always about you! And not to be so selfish and stuck on yourself. To Mrs. Emma I just want to Thank You, Thank You, and Thank You for teaching me so much, I can’t express my gratitude on how Thankful I am too be around such a wonderful person like you.
Pamela A. Smith
April 22, 2010
Mom,
It's still so very hard for me to believe that dad is gone home to be with the Lord. When I come home to visit I still sit and wait for him to come through those doors and say, "Did Pam make it home?" Home...a place where I have found peace in the times of my storms. Thank you for keeping our home a home with all the reminders of how good God is and the memories of dad still alive. I've seen your strength and I listen as you continue to remind me of the promises of God. He has kept you through it all and I am eternally grateful in knowing that His word will not return void. He got you because He promised that He would never leave you nor forsake you.
I love you mom....Be Blessed
Courtney Mays
April 22, 2010
What can you say about a person who literally did it all. From preaching to publishing books, running a board in Nashville, traveling over the country to ensure that the Gospel is spread. Although I miss you I know your very much alive. There was a time when you were not, but there will never be a time when you will not be. Im grateful for the time spent and glad it wasnt wasted. P.S. I still remember what you told me!!!!!
Marcia "Lyndie" Scott
April 22, 2010
Emma,
I never would've known that my relationship with the Lord would've been impacted SO GREATLY by the opportunities that Earl afforded me. CCS Singers, Joy Retreats, ... All blessings to me that I will cherish FOREVER! Emma, I really miss those times, and I miss "hanging out" with you! Sometimes when I'm directing and I clap my "Thomas" hands, I immediately think of him. I MISS HIM SO MUCH!!!
... But one thing I'm SURE of is I'll be with him AGAIN!
Love ya,
Terri Davis McCall
April 22, 2010
Although he was stern and demaned the best, his love for Christian education, preaching and singing I'll always remember.
It was a pleasure to have crossed paths with him in this life...my life was touched and changed by his presence.
April 22, 2010
To the Victory Missionary Baptist Church and Mrs. Emma Thomas I want to thank you and your husband for your teaching and although I dont know you personally.I can honestly say that your teachings have reached far and wide and I feel as if I know you now. I am honored to have met your daughter and learned a lot from her and wish you many continued blessings.
Love you with the love of the Lord
God Bless
LaToya Ayers
Michelle Barnes
April 22, 2010
To Mrs. Thomas & Family,
Dr. E.L Thomas was an extraordinary man so loved and so remembered by so many.
It's hard to believe that it's been almost 3 years.
Thank you for sharing him with us.
I would like to share a letter I wrote to him on March 1, 2007.
The sentiments remain unchanged.
March 1, 2007
Dear Dr. Thomas,
I want you to know that you have been in my thoughts and prayers on a daily basis.
Your darling daughter does a marvelous job in keeping us up to date on your progress.
I know that you are a living witness of the awesome power of prayer.
Rest assured that our request will not go unanswered.
You may never truly know of all of the lives you have affected.
As a man of God, family man, leader, teacher, mentor, and professional; we appreciate you for all that you are to us.
I would like to offer the same love and support that has been shown to me by you and your family.
I have often expressed my sincere appreciation to my dear friend Monette for everything she has given me. I could never repay her or your family.
Certain opportunities may not have presented themselves, had it not been for your consistent acts of kindness, guidance and professional advice.
Get well soon. We need you. We have not yet reached our full potential. We have much to learn.
With love and gratitude,
Michelle Barnes
Monette TuTu Thomas Harmon
April 22, 2010
...sometimez you have to close your eyes REALLY tight in order to see what's coming!...I never would have imagined that once my eyes were opened my daddy would not be there to watch me live out the rest of my days. However, because I had the type of daddy that taught me what to do & how to do it, I WILL SURVIVE! I love you daddy and I will forever more cherish our 32 years together! You were the BEST!
Denise Parrott
June 2, 2007
Ms. Emma, Thomas Family we want to Thank You for sharing Pastor with us. He was a Great Man, a Special Person. We will miss his Teaching and his Preaching. We want you to know that by your side we will be if ever you are in need.
Pastor Thomas I now know and understand that Praise, Worship and Testimony is Personal and I Thank You. I'll always remember that Sunday when we sang part of this song I Fell Like Going On. Now I can hear you singing Glory Hallelujah Your're The Reason Why I Sing.
You have completed the task at hand. You have come to the close of day. You have walked that last mile and taken that last step. There are no more classes to teach, no more lessons to be learned.
No more aches and pains. For you have done everything that he has ask of you. And you may lay your head down close your eyes and rest. And when morning comes the Gates will open and you will hear Well Done My Child Welcome home. Come Unto me for I am The Father. Harps will Play and all the Angels will sing.
From The Hearts of
Earlene Ward
Denise L. Parrott
Gloria Harris
May 29, 2007
May the peace of God and the memory of Dr. Thomas' work be an everlasting reminder of his service on this earth. We miss him yet we thank God who is the creator of everything good for granting us the opportunity to have known him, worked with him, and learned from him.
Dr. Thomas's legacy will definitely live on through his leadership, writings, and most of all, through the many lives that were blessed by him and those who had the opportunity to just be in his presence whether near or far.
Diane Johnson-Horton
May 28, 2007
To the Thomas family: I want to thank you for sharing your Dad with me and many others across this nation. Pastor had many hopes and dreams for the future. For the conventions both national and state, Victory as well as personal ones. Those personal ones included his own family. Of all the legacies he left you all are the most important. What he has preached, wrote and sung about is the love of God and how we can show it to others. Most of all he wanted it to be alive in his daughters.
He was such a classy person. I saw him honor people in ways they did not deserve, but he honored them anyway because he respected them in the position that they held. The position that you all hold is one of honor. Honor him by your love, respect and maturity that he has modeled so many times before you. Honor his legacy by letting your lights shine. Let the good work that he has begun in you continue so that others may see your good works and glorify God. That is what he would have wanted. He wanted to see you all grow in the Lord, go to the next level. I can truly say I love your Dad and I loved working with him. There will always be a memory of him alive in me. In my life there will always be a void. After these few weeks the tears continue to fall because I miss him dearly. They will continue to fall I am sure, but I am joyful in the LORD. I live my life differently because I had an opportunity to know him.
And to Ms. Emma the work he has accomplished would not have been so without your support. There are not many women who have made the sacrifices that you have. I thank God for you, and the example you have displayed for the wives of other ministers. You are truly a, "first Lady." Thank you again for sharing him with us.
ANAYA KIMBROUGH
May 11, 2007
To My MAAMAA & DAADOO:
I might not remember my Daadoo but I still have my MAAMAA. I do love you and always will. You are my godmom and goddad forever. I LOVE YOU! Anaya
Member of F I B C Phoenix, AZ DR. Warren H. Stewart, Pastor --Linda Hardy
May 9, 2007
To The Family, Victory Missionary Baptist Church, National Baptist Convention U. S. A. Inc. Sunday School Publishing Board, and Friends;
We thank God and we thank you for sharing Dr. Earl L. Thomas with us. Our convention has truly been blessed. He will be missed by all. His legacy will live on. :Trust in the Lord with all your heart; Lean not unto your own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct thy paths." Proverbs 3:5-6 Jesus is your waymaker and your Rock and He will be your Comforter. (You)" I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."
We love you and our prayers are with you.
Anita Rowe
May 7, 2007
Our Deepest Sympathy to the family of Rev. Earl Thomas. We have been honored to have met Rev. Thomas at Victory Baptist Church through AFS (American Field Service) All of our AFS kids enjoyed the special services given by Rev. Thomas. He was truly a wonderful & great man.
Samuel Greer Jr
May 7, 2007
To the family of my friend and my brother,
I extend heartfelt sympathy in your season of sorrow. May you find strength in the days to come from memories and experiences that you shared through the years. We shall continue to lift you before Him who is able to sustain you. We, the Queen Esther Baptist Church family, stand ready to serve in any manner we can.
Nicole Groves
May 7, 2007
It was extremly heart breaking Sunday May 6th, to discover that the shepherd that God had placed over my childen I has gone home to unite with our heavenly Father.Pastor Thomas will be greatly missed by us all.I pray the Thomas family will continue to find strenghth in the Lord-May God bless and keep you all!
Pastor Claude D. Grant & The Grant Family
May 6, 2007
May God continue to bless you in the time of your lost love one. Remember that "saints don't die, we sleep". Be blessed in Jesus name!!!
Diane and Jerry Horton
May 6, 2007
Words can not express, the lost our household has experienced. A friend confidante,and Pastor. You will forever be in our thoughts and your family in our prayers, Thank you for taking time to teach us what God and his word mean to us,,,LIFE eternal. Thank you God for such a wonderful gift in E. L. Thomas
Minna & Mark Smith
May 5, 2007
We are saddened by the news of Rev. Earl Thomas's passing. We knew him because of his kindness to the AFS students over the past several years.
His warmth, sincerity and desire to share his church with the exchange students created a caring atmosphere for a mutual learning opportunity. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Joslyn Giddens
May 5, 2007
To the Thomas Family: May GOD give you peace in this time of sorrow. I remember your husband and dad from many years ago in Magnolia, Ar. My husband and I attended SAU during the time Rev. Thomas was there. He was a good natured person.Our prayers are with you and family. Ray & Joslyn Nisley Giddens, Tyler, Texas
Norman & Sharon Frierson
May 5, 2007
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.
Regina Stroman
May 4, 2007
May God continue to bless the Thomas Family. May God strengthen you and keep you during your time of grief. Congratulation Pastor Thomas on your promotion from earth sorrows to Heavens rewards.
Kenneth Ray Gulley
May 4, 2007
To the Thomas family,
God bless you. My thoughts in prayers goes out to you guys for comfort and strength. I will never forget the time we shared with him in Pine Bluff with him as my pastor, my friend, and a great father figured. He will always be remembered as a great man with a great family.
With Much Love,
LC Jones
May 4, 2007
To Mrs. Thomas & Family, and the entire Victory Baptist Church Family.
On behalf of my Pastor Dr. Isaac L. Floyd and the Joy Fellowship Baptist Church do send our Sympathy, Prayers and Love as you celebrate this Great Gospel Giant in his Home Going Service.
Belinda E. Carter
May 4, 2007
To the Entire Thomas Family,
Although words cannot begin to ease the sorrow of your loss, please know that you are in the prayers of so many who care.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Dr. Thomas was a wonderful teacher and preacher. He often visited with us at Southern Baptist Church and we loved him.
Keeping you all in my prayers,
Roy & Lessie Sherrill
May 4, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Hiddleson
May 4, 2007
Emma,
My sincere condolences to you and yours. I had planned on coming, but am now unable to come. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Always,
John
Delores "Dee" Hervey
May 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories and the work that Pastor Thomas did in Milwaukee and other cities bring you comfort. Truly his steps were ordered by God and Pastor Thomas has left a lasting impression to those he met along his earthly journey.
Continue to be faithful and strong in the Lord.
Debra & Bobby Bell
May 4, 2007
Monette and Carla & family, may God grant you piece during this time.
Your dad was a wonderful person and he will be truly missed. Remember the good times that you all shared with your dad.
Love Uncle Bobby & Debra
Ruth Harris
May 3, 2007
May God give you peice in your time of grief. I loved your father/husband I always refered to him as my nephew.
I am from Ephesians Church, Pastor Todd's sister
melvin thomas
May 3, 2007
my wife and i thank you for all you've done in this community.may god bless the family.
Tawanna Frazier
May 3, 2007
To the Thomas family,
I would like to thank yall for sharing your dad with the world. Even though he was sick he continued to do Gods work. He was a faithful servant whom didn't let no work go undone. My prayers are with you, your family and his church family that he has left behind. He will truly be missed.
May God continue to bless and guide yall through these times.
Prayerfully,
Tawanna Frazier
Rev.Charles E. Freeman, Intrim Pastor
May 3, 2007
We The Church Family Of Greater Galilee Baptist Church would like to send our heart felt prayers to the family of Rev.Dr.E.L.Thomas and the Victory Baptist Church Family.God Bless
Tom & Renae (Nacy) Edwards
May 3, 2007
Monette & Family,
Earth has no sorrow, that Heaven cannot heal. Please know that our prayers are with you during this time. My heart goes out to you as I wish that I could be there to help comfort and strengthen you. But I speak Peace into your spirit to soothe you; I ask for God's Grace to hold you; and send my Love to comfort you. Now ye, beloved, building up yourself on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost, keep yourself in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life. Love you, always.
Dr Melvin Grimes
May 3, 2007
The Tabernacle Baptist Church Family and I wish to express our deepest sympathy for you loss.
Dr. Thomas and I started teaching in the National Congress together and I have found him to be a true friend over these past 20 years.
We will lift you up in our prayers in the days to come.
Sherman Hawthorne
May 3, 2007
May the peace of God be with you in this time of need. Thank you for letting Rev. Thomas share his gifts with all of us. He was a big inspiration to me and my family. His memory will forever and I will always be thankful for him.
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