Chyna Thomas

1994 - 2017

Chyna Thomas obituary, 1994-2017, UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA

Chyna Thomas

1994 - 2017

BORN

1994

DIED

2017

Chyna Thomas Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 23, 2017.
Chyna Ja Nita Marie Thomas The Beloved Daughter, Granddaughter, Sister, Aunt, Niece, Cousin and Friend Chyna Ja Nita Marie Thomas was born to James K. Thomas and La Nita M. (Fletcher) Thomas on May 2, 1994. Chyna passed away unexpectedly on April 15, 2017. Chyna was a registered cornea donor and donated her cornea to Sight Life. The corneas will give sight to two recipients. We can only pray that the recipients will see life through Chyna's free-spirited eyes. The Viewing will be held at New Tacoma Cemeteries & Funeral Home: 9212 Chambers Creek Rd. West, Tacoma, WA 98467 on Thursday, April 27th and Friday, April 28th from 2pm-8pm. Funeral Services will be held at Life Center 1717 S. Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405 on Saturday, April 29, 2017, 12:00pm.

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Kp

April 17, 2025

Missing u friend
-Kp

Lorna J

May 25, 2024

My condolences to the family of Chyna Thomas...RIP sweetie

Braedyn Lewis

November 18, 2018

R.I.P Chyna Thomas. As for Isiah Thomas I am truly sorry for your. May God be with you.

Rashon Grier

December 17, 2017

My condolences to Isiah Thomas and family stay strong you have my support forever and always.


~ur fan and friend Rashon Grier

Antonio Briggs Jr

June 26, 2017

I didn't kno u but r.i.p to chyna thomas sister of to my favorite point guard in the league u will forever be immortalized and remembered as a great person ur in a better place now once again R.I.P

Cherry Jackson

May 4, 2017

My sympathy n sorrow goes out .to. .urFAM n bro n friends god got u. Mz.chyna in heaven .god no our hearts .we luv n miss u r.I.p .chyna .watch over ur bro he balln .n the team is to he is a great player one of my fav point guards .go Boston .mk.sure u .watch.over ur bro .he read my.message he is balln for u .n.I no u watchn him .play .n.win.this.for u .u r his angel.chyna .watch.him.win.win.n.go.far.as he kan .in.playoffs.even.go to finals.wit u .watchn over.him.u.his lucky charm.chyna .sad to c u go but god got better plans oh n happybdy.it rained on ur bdy in Fla.I.no.u.n.heaven.tell.everybody.we luv them.n.bless us all.out here.Mr.it.keep.oushn.it.for ur sis..she got u.do everything for her.may ur ram n friends have peace n strength to carry on n life .Mz chyna.watch over ur bro.n.FAM.we will c u at the crossroads one day .we.all.HV.a.time to.b.here.n.leave this earth but we live eternal thru god n forever lasting life amen.jus believe n repent.our sins .don't. matter if u rich or poor .god.is our savior .n.god has the last laugh he is the king messiah .n.the first n the last n omega .alpha .I will preach on wen it comes to god .my email is [email protected] chyna jus watch over ur bro .we all r cried out .but we luv u .miss u dearly.amen in Jesus name .god bless chyna n Isaiah.n FAM n friends meven strangers r sad bout this .we all HV luv for u chyna .god bless us all amen.sleep wit the angels .go Boston strong do it for chyna .every yr.n.now in playoff go isaiah go.keep.balln.lil.mamba.

Ed MacDonald

May 3, 2017

RIP Chyna. Your passing is something a family should never have to endure. May God's grace bring your family peace and strength.

lady tee

April 30, 2017

Gob bless all the family and friend's,my condolences to the family.

Tauris Smith

April 30, 2017

R.I.P prayers up for the family

Audrey Olson

April 30, 2017

LaNita, I can't even imagine your pain. I know you were so proud of Chyna and I know that she is in Heaven with the Lord shining her love and light on you and your family. God Bless your whole family.

April 30, 2017

RIH China may your beautiful smile comfort the other angles.

Cj Mitchell

April 30, 2017

Rip Mz chyna watch.over ur bro Isaiah n celctics take thm. far to the finals n win .b strong Isaiah .god got ur sis now its pearly gates n real god on the roads my sympathy to ur FAM n friends .god know our heats. God is good all the time amen we luv u .chyna rip .amen go Celtics .Isaiah win it for ur sis .god bless ur mom n dad n FAM .

Artinisha

April 29, 2017

LaNita, I am continuing to keep you and your family lifted in prayer during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Stay strong.

Michael Schimling Jr

April 29, 2017

I'm glad to say that I was blessed with the joy of knowing Chyna and calling her my friend even tho it was only for a few years . I gave Chyna one of her first jobs working for me at footlocker where she would always come in with a smile on her face that could light up a room no matter how dark it could be. my daughter who was 3 at the time would come in and visit but technically not to visit me but to visit Chyna See my daughter was in dance classes and loved to dance and that was one of Chyna's passions too she would dance around the store with my daughter teaching her different types of dances. Those great and fun memories will always live on thru both me and my daughter thank you for those memories You will always be missed but never forgotten. May God Bless you and to The Thomas family my thoughts and prayers are with you during these trying times and may God Bless all of you.
Sincerely
Michael Schimling Jr. & Chloe' Schimling

Elaine & Derek

April 29, 2017

Blessings to the Thomas family! Know that God loves you and will see you through. My heart was saddened to hear the news of Chyna! Stay encouraged Isaih and Family.

Korena

April 29, 2017

Prayers to the Thomas family in this difficult time.....RIP in gods hands now Chyna.

Regena Avery

April 29, 2017

MAY GOD BLESS YOUR SOUL AND COMFORT YOUR FAMILY

Doris Mitchom

April 29, 2017

God bless and keep the family during these trying times.

Valerie & Jamel Fields

April 29, 2017

Praying for Comfort and Strength to the entire Thomas family RIP Chyna

Kp

April 29, 2017

Never got a chance to say thank u for being there for me. Ima miss you my turn up Taurus twin. I'm gonna miss u calling my phone yelling my name Kppppppp =( and I just wish I would've met u that day u hit me few days before you passed! I love u girl. It won't be the same without u. Rest In Peace! Prayers to the family

Mother

April 29, 2017

My heart felt condolences to family of Chyna Thomas. "Absence from the body present with the lord" R.I.P

Mother of Boston, MA

Cynthia Williams

April 29, 2017

My Heartfelt Condolences To The Thomas Family. Our Thoughts, And Prayers Are With, And For The Years That Follow. God Bless You. Ted & Cynthia Finkley Williams & Family.

Vincent Farmer

April 29, 2017

Thoughts and prayers to the Thomas family.

RIP CHYNA

LOUIS C

April 29, 2017

RIP Chyna Thomas although I didnt know you i am a fan of your brothers and if you were anything like Isaiah is you were and always will be a great person. May god bless you and always protect you.

LOUIS C

Donna McIntyre

April 29, 2017

Sending my prayers to the families and friends.

Donna McIntyre

April 29, 2017

Sending my prayers to her families and friends.

Donna McIntyre

April 29, 2017

Sending my prayers to her families and friends.

April 28, 2017

We send our most heartfelt condolences to the entire Thomas family in the loss of your beloved Chyna. May you find comfort in knowing that she now rests in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father, in the precious and fond memories of your time with her, and in the kind words and deeds of those who love and care about all of you. We pray for your peace, strength, and comfort during this difficult time.

With Much Love,
James, LaNeva and Nicholas Swann
Newport News, VA

Frank Babbitt

April 28, 2017

God Bless. You are all in the thoughts and prayers of so many.

Arlaine

April 28, 2017

May her soul rest in peace

willie white jr bka juniorjunebug

April 28, 2017

Sorry for your lost may she rest in peace.May God be with you and your family much love

For Chyna thomas family

Willie White Jr. bka Juniorjunebug

April 28, 2017

Daryl Crossley

April 28, 2017

So sorry Thomas family for your Loss and may the good Lord be with you at this tough time i wish you all the best.

Les, Tiva and Sherri Jackson, Tiffani Cain and Family

April 28, 2017

Our deepest condolences to the Thomas family. Praying for peace to bring you comfort and strength in the days ahead. Cherish the memories of your precious Chyna to hold closely forever in your heart. Rest in glory and eternal peace Princess.

Lisa

April 28, 2017

Keith and La Nita ,
No words are adequate to help ease the unbearable pain of losing such a precious part of your family and heart. After hearing the news I couldn't stop thinking about your families and have been praying that you will find strength from the memories of the times you spent with your amazing daughter.
It's at these times that God does truly hold us and carry us through these days, hours and even minutes. Keith, Ne Ne, Pat and Lori sends their love to you and your family and wanted to call, yet realize that you two are probably overwhelmed with the out pouring of love.
I will continue to pray for all of you.
Be blessed,
Lisa

STEPHANIE JONES

April 28, 2017

Chyna.... so full of life. I will always remember her bright, cheerful, infectious smile when ever we saw each other. She will be remembered as an ANGEL!

Rick Shelby

April 28, 2017

So sorry for the family's loss. Rest in peace. Praise the Lord. Gone too soon.

Greg Thompson

April 28, 2017

Keith, I got to know you as a family member by the way we do things. My most sincere condolences go out to you and yours at this time. Know that I'm there in spirit if not in person and as always if you need anything just let us know.
Even at this time of great loss, there is something found. Take the time to see those who mourn with you and how much you and your family are loved

Chris & Cheryl Carrington

April 27, 2017

I was there with Keith & Lanita when Chyna was born. I've seen him and Lanita deal with the trails and cherish the joys of raising a child in todays world. But seldom have I seen two people LOVE & CHERISH a child more than they have/do Chyna. God has called one of his children home, and it's very hard because parents are suppose to go first. To the Thomas Family all I can say is that you're in my prayers and the Carrington family is here for you in any way we can help. Much Love

M.A. Gray

April 27, 2017

China rest in Peace. What a wonderful thing to be so thoughtful to donate your corneas. You will be remembered.

April 27, 2017

Praying for the Thomas family....

Dammian Tucker

April 27, 2017

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Dorothy Houston

April 27, 2017

To the Thomas Family:

No one can ever say or do anything to erase your pain and the loss you feel for your love one, Chyna, but it does help to know others care. It does help to know that people all over the world are reaching out to and praying for the family because of what and how death affects families, and most of all because of knowing (from NBA) and/or seeing/watching Isaiah play basketball. Our hearts really go out to him.

As I watched him seated on the bleacher crying at the first game after her passing, I cried right along with him. It hurt me to see him that hurt. One thing we can be grateful and optimistic about is knowing that God is still in charge, and he loves us all unconditionally.

May God continue to keep and strengthen each of you, guide your path, order your footsteps, comfort, and hold you each and every day.

Dorothy Houston, Texas

Shona Randle

April 27, 2017

Man honey this is HARD! You were loved by so many.. You touched SO MANY in your short lifetime. This is a huge loss for so many and I cant tell how much you me to me. You were one of my son Rickys first friends. WE love you so much Chyna and will miss you so much. Fly high babygirl and rest in paradise.. love, Shonna and Ricky

Lucinda Smith

April 27, 2017

Our hearts go out to your family at this trying time. May the lord comfort you all.

KarShelia Henderson

April 27, 2017

My condolences to the Thomas Family! I did not know Chyna, but judging by her brother's emotions, she was loved. RIP Chyna.

April 26, 2017

Lanita,
My heart goes out for you and your family, I pray for all of you every night. I know one day we will see your beautiful daughter again and I will get to meet her until then please do not hesitate to call me anytime day or night if you need me for anything.
D.Clardy

P Patterson

April 26, 2017

Such a beautiful smile, Chyna, she will be missed by many. May God comfort and strength you and the loved of family and friends help you though this most difficult time.

Tamika Mason

April 25, 2017

You are missed already our day's and hearts are lost and broken without you Yet we look to the sky and know that beyond them clouds there is peace and The BEAUTIFUL YOU AND WE WILL SEE YOU AGAIN AND GOD MAKE NO MISTAKES I LOVE YOU MS. CHYNA AND I'M SO GREATFUL AND THANKFUL THAT YOUR MOTHER HAD YOU AND GAVE THE WORLD A BEAUTIFUL BLK QUEEN AND TRUE FRIEND. I WILL FOREVER HOLD YOU IN MY HEART REST EASY.

Evetta Woods

April 25, 2017

My condolences is going to isaiah thomas and his family

Janette Simmons

April 25, 2017

May you cherish her beautiful smile her laughter her walk her Love she had for each of you and the Love you all had for her the Memories of Chyna will help in the days and years to come. Family hold on God has her now where she is now we all must go one day so until that time love each other like its your last day cause you never know Bless you all.

The Simmons Family

Vicki Bennett

April 25, 2017

Praying for the Thomas family. May God continue to bless and comfort you during this time of loss.

Netesha Burns

April 25, 2017

Rest Easy Baby Girl you will always be in our hearts

Jerry Lester

April 25, 2017

May your family know the peace that comes with the assurance that Chyna will be looking down on you , smiling that beautiful smile and letting you know she's no safe in the Lord's arms. My dad always loved your family and we appreciate all the help you gave him. Your family were true neighbors.

Traci Jackson

April 25, 2017

Please embrace my heart felt Condolences for your loved one. May my precious Lord and Saviour continue lovingly and peacefully guide you in your time of bereavement.
Sincerely
Traci Jackson.

Stacey Donion

April 24, 2017

I am deeply saddened and so very very sorry for your tremendous loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Kendall Pennybaker

April 24, 2017

Rick, Kendall, Savannah and Kendrick Pennybaker

Cousins

Carolyn Rouse

April 24, 2017

Aunt Carolyn

Jordy Ferguson

April 24, 2017

Love Jae & Jordy

Cousins

Cousin Cara Cockerham-Radford

April 24, 2017

Love you

M Robinson

April 24, 2017

Keith,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jeannette Evans-Kimble

April 24, 2017

Sorry for your loss, may God comfort the hearts of all the family.

Rainell Roberts-Bland

April 24, 2017

No matter what you'll always be in all of our lives... You always had a smile that'll light up a room... thats what I'm gonna miss the most that and how you always supported my cuzin Ronell even when you guys wasn't seeing eye to eye. ... frfr one love to our angel CHYNA THOMAS

megan culver

April 24, 2017

Chyna, my gosh this hurts so bad I can't even begin to tell you how much that I miss you.. i miss our crazy talks and forever laughing with u.. this place will never been the same home I've lived all my life.. rip baby girl I love u so much

Rexford Radford

April 24, 2017

GOD BLESS you ALL and sorry for your loss...

Rexford Radford

Tina Jones

April 23, 2017

My deepest condolences to you ronell and to her family love and hugs to all. Sending prayers and lots of love.

Jahkai Saunders

April 23, 2017

May u rest in peace may god bless ur FAM n ur bro isaiah Thomas .I watch ur bro play many yrs .I'm a fan.of Mr Thomas.I pray.ur FAM .b.strong.god has u in paradise sleep wit the angels ms.chyna .I am gvn. my sympathy. N.sorrow god bless ur family.the whole world.are deeplysadden.r.I.p.god has u now in a better place .than out
Here my wish is for u ms chyna .watch over ur bro .n .may he mk.it as far as he can in the playoffs .go Boston.rip again.ms chyna amen.we luv u .n.miss u.

The McAllisters

April 23, 2017

Isaiah stay strong and know that people are praying for you and your family from all over the world!! Your sister was absolutely beautiful and one of God's precious little ones.

Love Always

April 23, 2017

We love you with god love and god will comfort you and your family from diane simmons and grandson

Ronell Williams

April 23, 2017

Before we where born or created in our mothers stomachs in god eyse and spiritually we where already created so if spiritually we was meant to be you got your ribs from me.
The love of my life Chyna thomas.

Rocky Anderson

April 23, 2017

Sorry for your loss. May God be your strength in this time of sadness.

Yolanda Currington

April 23, 2017

I no what it's like to lose a life . So caring ,giving and always full of life themselves and the smile Chyna has is so overwhelming.I have been following this loss of an angel every since that day .And to the family of (angel) chyna Thomas God makes no mistakes and Its all the good memories you have instilled in your hearts that you will always have of Chyna.God bless you family

Connie Miller

April 23, 2017

Our condolences. Praying for her family and friends. May GOD give them strength.

Veronica Spencer

April 23, 2017

So sad, prayers to the family

Kristie M

April 23, 2017

To your family, this news broke my heart. Many prayers to you.

Kristie
Cleveland, Ohio

Sharon Allen

April 23, 2017

I'm sorry for your lost! Many blessings for everyone in the family. My family and I are saying many prayers for all.

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