Helen Virginia Dukes Thomas
Helen Virginia Dukes Thomas
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Ms. Thomas died Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Born in Quitman, Ga., she was a daughter of the late Charlie William and Minnie Sue Blalock Dukes. She was a founding member of Lake Wateree Baptist Church where she had served as church secretary, clerk and pianist. She was a member of the Eastern Star - Blythewood, S.C. Chapter and Valdosta, Ga. Chapter where she was a former Worthy Grand Matron. She was also a Master Gardener.
Surviving are her son, Mike Thomas (Vicki) of Ridgeway; and brothers, Charlie William Dukes Jr. (Matilda) of Quitman, Ga., and Russell Dukes (Patricia) of Jacksonville, Fla. She was predeceased by a son, Mark Thomas; and sister, Laura Mae Elswick.
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Heidi Mohn Appel
April 21, 2012
Dear Mike and Vicki,
We are so saddened to hear of Aunt Helen's passing. She was always so sweet to us when we were children, and I have nothing but good memories of her, and our childhood together as cousins.
The last time I saw her she had such a beautiful smile on her face, and we hugged each other so tight. It was at The Windmill, and she was so proud of you and your success there.
You were blessed with a fine, strong mother who loved you very much, and we were blessed with the kindest of aunts. She is finally free now, and together with Mark she is safe in God's hands.
With so much love,
Heidi, Bob, Shannon, Avery, and Lily
Blessings & comfort to you all.
Johnnah (Dixon) Crocker
April 19, 2012
Mike & Vicki,
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel about Mrs.Helen. I remember her from forever ago it seems. From the Windmill with my Grandparents (John & Juanita Watson) to Subway, I never saw her without a smile on her beautiful face. My Grandma used to always say she would want Mrs. Helen or "Mikey", as she called him affectionately, because she thought the world of all of you, to make her Singapore Slings because it was as she would say after the first sip, "Ammm Sammm, thank you maam!"(with a wink) So many beautiful memories she has left us with. She was very special and will be terribly missed. I know my Grandma was right there to meet her at the gate too! I'll bet they are both watching over all of us and having a good time rejoicing in the hereafter. Prayers and hugs to all of you in this difficult time. I know Papa (John T.) sends his condolences as well.
Alton and Diana O'Neal
April 19, 2012
Mike and Vicki - We are praying for you in your loss. We know she is now in heaven. We are comforted by that thought.
April 19, 2012
Dear Mike:
We all loved Aunt Helen. She will be missed. Love You, Mary Peterman
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April 19, 2012
Heartfelt sympathy to you and your family Mike. Dick and Patricia Shannon
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