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Jack Thomas Obituary
Born March 24, 1934 in Washington, D.C. and raised in Bradbury Heights, Maryland, and Danville, Virginia, he was the son of the late Charles and Isabella Thomas.
His passions for life were the love of his family, belief in God, work ethic, belief in discipline, and love of football, softball, and since retirement, bowling. He was of the Presbyterian faith and was a member of Fieldale Rotary Club. He was a High School graduate and attended Catawba College. He was the superintendent of Beam & Package Dyeing in Textiles with Dan River Mills, Inc. and Fieldcrest Cannon.
A lifetime friend and mentor, Bill White, held a special place in his life.
Mr. Thomas is survived by his wife of 55 years, Martha Haymes Thomas; his children, James Edward Thomas (Paula) of Talbott, Tenn., Jack Edward Thomas Jr. of Huntersville, N.C., and Jeffrey Alan Thomas (Ralanta) of Earlysville, Va.; one sister, Katherine T. Fitzgerald of Huntington, Md.; and grandchildren, James Edward Thomas Jr., Virginia Stone Thomas, Olivia Ellen Thomas, Alanna Jean Thomas and Leah Joy Thomas.
He was predeceased by two brothers, Charles A. Thomas and Ronald A. Thomas.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 17, 2007 at Lee Funeral Home Chapel. Chaplain Jeff Wallace will officiate.
Please sign a guest book at MyrtleBeachOnline.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to InCare Home Health & Hospice, 4685 Hwy. 17 S. Bypass, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 or Alzheimer's Association, Palmetto Chapter, 1010 5th Avenue North, Suite 101, Room 1, Surfside Beach, SC 29575.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/N. Myrtle Beach is serving the family.
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Helen Thomasson
November 17, 2007
Butch,
Bobby & I send our deepest sympathy
and prayers to you at this time. May our Lord comfort you as only he can.
Take care and keep in touch.
Love,
Helen & Bobby Thomasson
Jim & Kelly Bowman
November 16, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Michele & Ralph Utermark
November 16, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Jack was a good man and we always enjoyed his company at the bowling alley. Our prayers go out to you and the family. He will always be remembered.
catherine & al wellman
November 15, 2007
We have been distant, but you and Jack will always be in our hearts.If we can at all ever do anything for you please let us know.
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Albert Lane
November 15, 2007
Butch, It has been many years since we have seen each other but, I just wanted you to know that I am very sorry. I like so may others, was a great admirer of Jack and remember the both of you with fond memories.
Sincerely, Al Lane
Griff, Ellen, Katie, and Michell McGuire
November 15, 2007
Dear Martha and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Jack. May the Lord be with you during your time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Griff, Ellen, Katie, and Mitchell McGuire
Sheryl Schelin
November 15, 2007
To the family: I am so sorry for your loss. My family and I will be thinking of you. - Sheryl (a fellow Catawba College alum)
Calvin & Brenna Takata
November 15, 2007
We were very sorry to about Jack. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Janet & Larry Patterson
November 15, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss, we have so many fond memories of you and Jack, if there is anything we can do, please let us know, we love you.
Barbara Blankenship
November 15, 2007
Butch, Know that you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. I know that the days ahead will be difficult, however, you are strong and you will continue as Jack would want you to go forward.
The children and grandchildren will love to hear stories of Jack during his younger years and this will bring back good memories for you and yours.
Billy & Barbara
BILL & AILENE STONE
November 15, 2007
MARTHA & FAMILY, WE ARE SO SORRY THAT ALL OF THIS HAS HAD TO HAPPEN TO JACK. WE ARE SO THANKFUL THAT THE LORD SPARED HIM FROM SUFFERING AND LAYING IN A NURSING HOME FOR MONTHS. WE ARE BLESSED TO HAVE KNOWN JACK AND FOR OUR FAMILIES TO HAVE ALWAYS BEEN CLOSE. WE PRAY FOR YOUR COMFORT AT THIS TIME. LOVE
Mike Adkins
November 15, 2007
Martha,James,Jack,and Jeff,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Jack. I remember him as a man of passion and value, and as a sportsman who believed in hardwork and sportsmanship. Jack, I remember our days in Danville playing Babe Ruth baseball, and your dad was one of the staunchest supporters of our summer programs. Jeff, our years spent at HS-C were always marked by the figures of out fathers standing on the hill, watching as we played. Memories are ours to keep for as long as we live, and the memories of our father will always guide us. Martha, I know that you will miss Jack terribly. He was a fine man, and there have been many times I have thought about you and Jack and the family when I have passed the house you lived in here in Danville. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and know that he did make a difference in many lives. I will always remember him. May God bless you all and help you through this difficult time
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