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Diane Thomas Obituary
Diane dedicated over 25 years of her life to her career at First Student, where she was cherished for her commitment and warmth. She leaves behind a legacy of love and perseverance, mirrored in the lives of those she touched.
She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Avant (Antwan), and son, Michael Smith (Velma). Her joy was multiplied by her grandchildren, Malik Talley, Alyssa Avant, Michael Buckley, Diane Thomas, LC Thomas, Darianna Thomas, and Montreal Thomas. Diane's siblings, Jacqueline Ross (Karl) and Nathan Aldridge III (Beatrice), along with a host of nieces and nephews, will also hold her memory dear. She was preceded in death by her parents, son L.C. Thomas Jr., sister Linda Garrett, and nephew Adrian Branch.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., under the care of N.J. Ford Funeral Home in Memphis, TN. Diane's life will be remembered as one of kindness and devotion, a testament to the strength and love she shared freely throughout her years.
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Dominique Gamble
August 10, 2024
Family is everything I was taught that at as a kid I use to love when my granddaddy brought me to visit I couldn't wait for the weekend to c her cousin Busch Uncle Ocie cousin Ray Ray n grandma Tit and Aunt Countess those were good memories with my family
Virginia Watson-Miller
August 7, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.Me and Diane double team Elridge Smith the twin tower.Diane always had you laughing. Sweet in her own way .Missing her dearly.R.I.P. my sister.
Helen Jefferson
August 7, 2024
In loving Memory of Ms Diane Thomas ' Family. Prayers is lifting up this morning.
Carlos Caldera
August 6, 2024
I meet Ms. Diane last year when I started working with her driving the school bus. She always had a smile, was laughing, or joking around. Rest in Heaven Sweet Lady! To her family my deepest condolences.
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Helen Jefferson
August 6, 2024
My prayers and condolences to the family of Diane Thomas. In Loving Memory First Students
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Dominique
August 1, 2024
Ms. Diane was a beautiful woman always very sweet and she wouldn´t sugar coat anything always kept it real she´ll be missed
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Teamsters Local 667
August 1, 2024
Deepest sympathy from Teamsters Local 667 Executive Board, Staff and Members... Rest in Peace, Sister.
Tracey Fields
August 1, 2024
I´m going to miss her so deeply.My 9 years of knowing her has been my joy.I´m going to miss her coming to the dispatch window every morning and every evening.My greatest joy was her and the other dispatcher Jocelyn and her beautiful conversation.
Jocelyn Robinzine
August 1, 2024
The only memory that I have of her was laughter, joy, and playfulness. There was never anything negative. She would bring me breakfast sometimes because of my early arrival. I remember her saying my 1 year old look better than me and I would say yes she does. And we would laugh. Well Ms Diane my daughter Ashley still looks better than me. I love you Ma Diane and I will miss you.
Ella Buford
August 1, 2024
WHEN DIANE CAME IN A ROOM SHE LITE IT UP HER SMILE SAID IT ALL WE STAYED INTO IT EVERYDAY BUT THE LOVE WAS ALWAYS THERE I'M GONNA MISS MY BIG BIRD NO ONE CAN TAKE HER NAME YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED ELLA
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Elizabeth Boyd
August 1, 2024
Out of all times we spent together they were nice and so funny,but the most enjoyable time was a few days before she passed.We prayed and she accepted the Lord as her Lord and Savior.Rest well my sister I will miss you
Frances Davis (Rita)
August 1, 2024
Playing cards Rest now One Love
Tammi Anderson
July 31, 2024
This one really hurt, she was so funny and always having a upbeat attitude and smile for any who spoke with her. She and I joked about the job, life, men and her being fast. That was something I loved about her. I'm grateful I had the opportunity to work with her for these last 9 years. Rest well my friend. You will be so missed!
Veader Boatwright
July 31, 2024
Every morning me & Diane always walk in the building to work together I told her she was walking so slow started me walking slow just like her we both started laughing I´m really gone to miss my co-worker
Elizabeth Boyd
July 31, 2024
I think the funniest thing Diane made me laugh the whole bus ride one morning was when she said her shoes were so tight on her feet one morning.And when she got up to walk to the back of the bus I looked down at her feet and I said Diane your shoes are on the wrong feet.We laugh the whole morning about that.
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