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Lonnie Benjamin Thomas Jr.
1952 - 2013
Lonnie Benjamin Thomas Jr.
1952 - 2013
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BORN
1952
DIED
2013
Lonnie Thomas Obituary
There will be a visitation held on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 from 3-7 pm. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 from 11-12 pm followed by burial.
Arrangements under the direction of Palm Eastern Mortuary, Las Vegas, NV.
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Deb Thomas sis
April 11, 2025
Dear brother. Our brother Terry has joined the heavenly place he loved you. Now he soars no longer bound by earthly things. We love and miss you both. You are surely the brightest stars in the heavens our hearts are your hearts our melodies are your melodies our memories sing you. We love you Terry and Lonnie. Two super creative, smart, handsome, funny, etc lol. Brothers from the same mother and dad. Live! Live! Eternally in the way God wants you to. All our love~ your Sister
Trina
June 18, 2023
Happy Father's Day, your daughter Trina
Shontess Thomas
January 14, 2022
I love You and miss you so much Dad, always and forever
Deb thomas
May 15, 2021
Thinking of you as I often do. We miss you., your laugh your smile, but I know life wasn't easy. So heavens a beautiful place. And you surely deserve the very best.. God is on your side, and all our love follows you like rose petals ~ all the way to heaven~ With all our memories and pictures of you, your voice, your expressions, all that you are, we know your love is never far ❤ your sister Deb
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deb thomas
April 20, 2021
Thinking of you often as you're surely by my side like you were when we walked as kids on 22nd street. So many changes going on but one thing that remains the same is how much you are missed by all of us my brother, love your sister
C W
February 25, 2021
I had a feeling your birthday was coming up Mr. T. Again, thank you for your words of wisdom, and you have a beautiful family.
d thomas
November 16, 2020
I love you
Deb Thomas
June 28, 2020
My dear brother we all miss you and that sense of humor only you had, that ol laugh of yours, you wouldn't believe the times, but I'm hoping your love streams down with the strength of our ancestors and passes on to us so that we are strong. We feel your love and with all our hearts we love you always and forever. Always and forever....your own words. Lonnie you live....eternally, your sis deborah an the other one too, lol
Deb Thomas
December 25, 2019
It's Christmas, near the last time I saw you. We miss you. Aunt Martha has gone to heaven. Your spirit still touches our hearts, and lives as everything. Love you brother. I remember so many Christmases with you so excited on Christmas, can't wait to get your toys. You'll always be missed, and in our hearts♥
Deborah Thomas
March 26, 2019
Rise up old flame, by they light shining... all my love, your sister♡
Trina Hanks
March 25, 2019
I love you dad, your daughter Trina
Deb Thomas
February 26, 2019
You are so blessed you are so loved
Deb Thomas
February 26, 2019
Febr 25 your birthday Lonnie a very happy time in our family. hope you're surrounded with family you love and the greatest of love, God's Love you are missed, always love, your sister.
Regina Thomas
February 25, 2019
Happy Birthday my Dear Husband, you're very missed...I know you're with God. Amen. Love your wife Regina❤!
Lonnette Thomas
February 25, 2019
Happy Birthday Daddy!
I love you! And I miss you!
Rest In Peace!
Charell Williams
February 25, 2019
Happy Birthday Mr Thomas. The reason I have you in my thoughts is because of the conversation we had, thank you. Cw.
Deborah Thomas
January 12, 2019
Into the new year, thinking of you brother. You, such a colorful character, the world's a little less brilliant without you. We love you much, I'm still laughing with you like we did. Those old memories I'm so glad I have. Love you Lonnie Jr. ♡
Charell Williams
January 1, 2019
Happy New Year Mr. Thomas.
Deborah Thomas
December 29, 2018
Miss you Lonnie Jr. Vic passed last Dec. A year now, you know. Aunt Martha's 96! Your sisters miss you, as do all who knew you♡ almost a new year. Carry on brother being a spirit for God. A message to your family to walk the right way, to love truly, to be a blessing. We all think of you. I think of that song, The Very Thought of You. You are the cardinal, the beautiful red bird on top the white snow. Winters here, but thoughts of you warm our hearts, a little less laughter without you around, a lot more joy in heaven! Love reaches across eternity!
To you Mr Thomas
C William
December 25, 2018
Merry Christmas Mr. Thomas. I reflect on our conversation often. Thank you.
C. Williams
December 6, 2018
Gone but not forgotten. Just saying hello Mr. T. It's a tough road out here Mr. Thomas, but "a man who builds a road to the heavens, must travel alone."
C Williams
November 4, 2018
Hello Mr T, I hope your family is well, thanks again.
Charell Williams
August 19, 2018
Hello Mr. T, just saying hello. Thanks for not giving up on me. I'll always remember your kind and wise words.
CW
June 4, 2018
I'm so glad for pictures of you and messages, that confirm you are healthy handsome and living eternally, so glad! Love from all of us♡♡♡♡your sister.
Deb Thomas
May 28, 2018
Love you Lonnie, I remember so many times, those memories are waving back at me! You've let me see life is eternal. On this memorial day I'm sending you my love, and dad, and Vick, others we love.
Terry Thomas
February 27, 2018
Happy Birthday Mr. Lonnie Jr. (SuperFly). Just a quick thought from yo brother from the same motha... thinking about ya always, missing you, hoping you're straight now & forever :-) Save me some heavenly Bar-B-Que... (do they have that there?)
Lonnie T. III
February 26, 2018
Happy Birthday Dad !
Lonnette Thomas
February 26, 2018
Happy Birthday Daddy! I love you! You are forever my Angel! Rest in Peace.....Your spirit is still alive in our hearts.....
Charell Williams
February 25, 2018
Happy birthday amigo.
C Williams
February 22, 2018
Happy Birthday Mr. Thomas (in 3 days). You may be gone, but never forgotten.
D Thomas
March 23, 2017
Love you, miss you, your cousins miss you, somehow we know you're with us in the spirit of eternal life. And in the lovely children you have. Be with Vicki, like a sister to you as she recovers from illness. Thinking of you often. You are always remembered♡with Love. Deborah
Charell Williams
January 11, 2017
I know your spirit and your memory are alive and well Mr Thomas and again, thank you for speaking with me and the wonderful advice. You have a beautiful family, and I respect and honor you Sir. Thanks again.
Deborah Thomas
January 9, 2017
We will love you for ever, be over our shoulders encouraging. This new year promises that we will miss you as much and hope that star dust falls gently leaving messages from you. I've found letters from you, always your beautiful handwriting with news of my brothers world. I hope you know everything you need to have a joyous heart. Always much love.
Deborah Thomas
October 23, 2016
On this late October day as holidays near, you are missed, that is clear. Brother and sisters, all of your kids, so many who love you, trust we'll see you again, so sure the stars shine your light every night, so sure you are with us, though out of sight. I'm thankful for the times we had, and for your family, you were proud and glad. So long for now, we love you much. And from our heart's we'll keep in touch. Your sister♡♡♡♡♡
Deborah Thomas
August 14, 2016
For some reason my brother, i picture us together shoulder to shoulder walking on 22nd st. just past Locust St. the old Catholic school across from us. You talking away as you do, the two of us exchanging ideas, and what's up. You always interested, asking my advice. Later you told me you realized at that moment, I was your best friend. We could talk about anything. We were children in a sun shiney world. Things beyond our control split us up at times. But the heart always knows. When you were you we talked with much aplomb, with alot of laughter, we didn't even have to say it, to be in laughter heaven, we were on the same page. I know you are again healthy ~handsome, in a sun shiney place of love. ♡♡♡♡♡♡ this I know so well.Yr sister. Love you Lonnie
Shavon Thomas
March 8, 2016
Man Dad, Happy Belated. You know your great grandson is a handful right now & I'm trying to do this father thing like you wanted me to do. I know you around me & blessing me everyday! Keep shining your light on me! I love you & I hope Saturday I'm having a good ol time like you :) miss you pops! We going to see each other again never goodbye! Your Grandson Shavon
Deborah Thomas
March 6, 2016
It's raining, it sounds like Omaha back in the days of our childhood, night fell as rain showered our roof and the leaves, making the earth dark an rich. We were upstairs in our 100 year old house. All of us together. You were something, smart and imagionative. I think of you often. Mom, Dad, you. Time moves and carries us along, but I recall your busy spirit clear as a bell. Call me sometime, I'll hear you. They're fixing up our spot, the Fair Deal. Your sister, Deb
Lonnette Thomas
February 26, 2016
Hi Daddy! I really miss you! I know you are still with me in spirit. As I grow, I realize I am a lot like you. Thats funny. Happy Birthday Daddy! I know you are Free and Happy in Heaven. And such a charmer! :-) You are still my best cheerleader! I love you, and I miss you, my "Buddy" Love Your baby girl Lonnette
Charell Williams
February 25, 2016
Happy Birthday Mr. Thomas.
Deborah Thomas
January 3, 2016
I hear you say 'hold on' we shall. I hear you say 'don't let us forget who we are, we won't, I'll do my best. As time rolls round to the 11th I'll thank God you are in joy and with those we cherish and love who've gone before us, my brother. Up the stairs there you've gone. There's light and love and life ever lasting. Though you left too soon with dreams to dream, all things are possible in our father's realm. All of the best is realized. Love you. Happy New Year in a place where there is No time, my brother Lonnie Junior. Your sister. D.T.
Charell Williams
January 1, 2016
Happy New Year Mr. Thomas. I know you are with your family.
C Williams
September 1, 2015
Congratulations on your great Grandson Mr. Thomas. I am sure you are very proud.
deb thomas
March 10, 2015
when you get a chance send some of your light our way, we'll know its you, we'll always know its you. Your light will be shining forever. As long as a candle glows somewhere, as long as time is... your sister
Charell Williams
February 25, 2015
Happy Birthday Mr. Thomas, thank you for your wise words.
Charell Williams
February 25, 2015
Happy Birthday Mr Thomas
February 25, 2015
Hi Daddy, Happy Birthday! So how old do you want to to be? Daddy I miss you very much. I think I see you at times. :-) Remember when we would go to church together. We dressed so nice, people thought we were Vice presidents ... lol..:-) You are always remembered! I LOVE YOU DADDY. Happy Birthday Again.
D Thomas
February 19, 2015
I find your letters to me, it is as if you are talking to me now, miss you and just like you said, I'll love you always and forever. Your true heart is part of the winters crisp and the summers breeze, we all love you. A new year, and its like yesterday! Say hi to Mom and Dad. your sis, Deborah
Terry St Thomas
December 28, 2014
Rest in peace my brother, now and eternally. We all miss you and are glad you were/are in our lives...
Lonnette Thomas
December 26, 2014
I love you Daddy. I miss you so much. Please keep shining on me. You told me to remember Who I Am.... I will. I love you. Merry Christmas from your baby girl Lonnette
Charell Williams
December 25, 2014
Merry Christmas Mr. Thomas.
Shavon Thomas
January 29, 2014
I miss you pop! think about you everyday... See you soon I love You! Your Grandson Shavon Thomas
Deborah Thomas
December 19, 2013
Aunt Martha, Addie, Taunya, Vicki, Jimmy, Shirley, Janet, Judy,Terry, Richard, and many more, all of us, we speak of you, we miss you, we love you. I know there is eternal life, I know you are with me, and even more so, with your family, your children and grands, if you have the faith of a mustard seed! You know your Dad's Spirit Lives! I found your letter Lonnie Jr. and I love you always and forever too, me and you! running down the alley to Corby Park, up the stairs on 22nd st. Down the stairs to the Christmas Tree! Merry Christmas again! I'm in Joy because You Are! Love, your sister, Deborah
Charell Williams
December 13, 2013
It was wonderful to have had a chance to speak with you and thank you for the great advice.
Charell.
Em Jackson
February 22, 2013
We often talked about GOD and JESUS, and did affirmations together. GOD often heard Lonnie Jr. right away, things would get better, and I saw him come through close calls, where GOD gave him the nod. Now Lonnie Jr. is ready for his first heavenly assignment for the Lord, our GOD and Savior. He is wearing the breast plate of armor, of Jesus, it is bright and new, Lonnie has many good deeds to do! He is whispering guidance into the ears of his son's, his daughter,grand children and wife of many years, Lonnie Jr. is with GOD, and his mission has only just begun! Whether he knew it or not, Lonnie really really touched many lives. I am at peace for you brother, and I'll always keep you in my heart. GOD speed, GOD's love, and now Lonnie Jr. is an angel of the LORD! Febr., 2013 Your Sister, Empryst Taunya Jackson, I Love You!
Deborah Thomas
February 5, 2013
As children we watched together from the window, in our house of over 100 years, the vibrant red Cardinals, eat the bread crumbs we fed them, on top the sparkling white snow, in winter, Omaha. Like the Cardinals, Lonnie Jr., stood out from the rest, bright and beautiful! We will always remember you Lonnie Jr. And I will remember all those times we shared as children. Like the Cardinal on snow, a permanent beautiful memory. Love~Love Deborah
Terry Thomas
February 4, 2013
Lonnie, Words can't describe the feelings a brother has for his older bro. I'd just like to say "Thank You for so much":-)for the vivid memories of growing up with you. Thanks for being the coolest kid on the block that rounded out my square edges. And thanks especially for having a beautiful family so the "Lonnie B. Thomas" legacy lives on... Keep it coo bro. Say hi to mom & dad for me... Love your brother forever
K. Simmons
February 4, 2013
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel when we lose someone we love, it seems that time stands still, what moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why he left this earth so soon, or why he left before you were ready to say good-bye but little by little you begin to remember not just that he died but that he lived. And that his life gave everyone memories too beautiful to forget. I'll never forget the day when you asked me to help you get out of the hospital. I could never forget that conversation that day. May you rest in paradise Mr. Thomas. My heartfelt condolences go out to the Thomas family during this difficult time.
Craig Owen
January 30, 2013
I am a witness to a family with tremendous love and respect in heart,
They were together like everyones new Love start,
I seen them and watched children blossom from thier childhood dream,
I think "There it is" let everyone see.
What I saw and pray on this blessing and let them be.
It is simple, easy and plain to see,
That Lonnie and Regina, can't nothing and no one pull this familys love apart,
After 40 years, with some sad and happy tears, and no outside fears-They
stood for Until death do us apart.........
With that being said, Lonnie my friend, my brother Inlaw was fun Laughing, but Serious, full of wisdom, with a great spirit of eagerness, That is why we are here to say we Love You and we shall see you later Lonnie B. Thomas
With love, your brother, your friend Craig Owen
Maurice Owen
January 30, 2013
This is my Father. I say father because you have been there since day one. Since you met your wife Regina, and I was only two years old. You have been in my life and made a beautiful family, and was a good man. I am really going to miss you because you and I know all the things we have been through together.
Alot of fun and smiles, and plenty of respect with a lot of love to go with that. I am really going to miss you Dad, and I will always have love for you. I will remember you for the rest of my life.
Your Son Maurice. God Bless You Lonnie Benjamin Thomas Jr.
Shontess Thomas
January 30, 2013
Dear Dad,
There is so much I want to say to you that I didn't get to say to you face to face. So I talk to you everyday in spirit, and I know you can hear me. But one thing I can't express enough is how much I love you and appreciate you.
Technically, you are my grandfather, but in reality you were the only dad I had. Even at the hardest times, you always thought positive and kept a big smile on your face. And I admired that about you. From us swing dancing to old school music when I was a little girl, to your famous Kool-aid and fried steaks.
Your always, and will always be in my mind, heart and soul until the day we meet again. I love you so much. And Thank you for all you have done for me as my Dad!
Love Always Your Babygirl Shontess( Grand daughter)
Shavon Thomas
January 30, 2013
Hey Dad,
Man where do I start? We have so many memories together that I would never forget, I never had my biological father around, but you made up for that by being the best grandpa you could be.You were a man full of wisdom and multiple stories with a wild history.
I learned so much from you while I was growing up, and it is an unexplainable feeling now that you're out of my life.We connected on a level that a grandparent and a grandkid should connect on. We could talk about anything for hours. You made me love music, from the late 60's to the 90's, and you are the reason why I know so much about the music industry and the oldies.
You taught me so much Dad, to be clean, smart, and to always stay focused. It is not over between me and you. We have so much more to converse about while you give me a famous massage like old times. I miss you Dad!
Love , your Grandson Shavon Thomas
Ronnell Thomas
January 30, 2013
Dad,
I love and miss you dearly. I never thought this day would come. You was Superman to me. Nothing could stop you. As a baby that grew into a man, you have always been there for me and all of us. I love and Thank you for that. That's any boy or kids dream to have a father like you around. I learned a lot about life from you. You was a man with a personality that would light up the room like the Sun.
Very outgoing, with a big warm heart. A man of wisdom, not to mention fashion(LoL):-) It makes me proud to be a splitting image of you. I cant say I miss our conversations we had, because I can still hear and feel you talking to me in my heart. Souls like yours DONT die, they live forever!!! So like You and Mom say, It's not goodbye, it's I'll see you later.......We will meet again. I love you and miss you Dad.
Ronnell Eugene Thomas
Lonnie Thomas III
January 30, 2013
My Father, my Dad. I am so proud to be named after you. I am so proud to be a son created by you. Even over the years, I always gave you a hard time, or made jokes of you, ok about you, but it was the only way I could really show you my love I have for you. It was unconditional. I never knew what it was like not to have a Father because you was always a Father to us. And you always will be a Father to us.
I love you Dad!
Lonnie B.Thomas III
Lonnette Thomas
January 30, 2013
HI Daddy,
I will always remember our long talks. You constantly advised me to "Know who I am". I remember when you said, " A good tree can only bare good fruit." Daddy, you always reminded me of how special I am. Daddy, Thank youfor being here for me. I miss you dearly.
I would always try to do something silly just to get you to laugh. I cherish your smile. Even when you would tell me the same story twice, I would listen like it was the first time I heard it. You and I have the same faith in God. So I know you are shinning in Heaven, and I bet you are the best dresser.
I still admire your drawings. One day I will be as good as you. Daddy, Thank youfor preparing me for this world. Your spirit will always be alive in my heart. You are my best Pal. Rememberwhen you told me to "Control my creative side", because we are both left handed. I always thought that was funny. I Love You Daddy!! I can hear you say," I know you do baby girl." Daddy may you rest in Peace!
An Eternal love from your Daughter Lonnette.
Thy faith hath saved thee, go in peace. LUKE 7:50
For with God, nothing shall be impossible LUKE 1:37
Deb Thomas
January 24, 2013
"On golden wings my brother fly's, I took the road he took the sky, A loyal brother you'll always be, and now Heaven's for you to see! GOD SPEED! Love Love, your sister," a short piece of poem by Deb T.
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