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RHEA THOMAS Obituary
RHEA MAY (RHODES) THOMAS (Age 83)
Passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2015. Rhea was born on September 12, 1932 in Detroit Michigan. Rhea is survived by her sister, Margret Rhodes Currie, husband Ian Currie; brother Charles Rhodes, and wife Delores (Dittie) Rhodes; sons Michael Thomas, Richard Thomas, Patrick Thomas; daughters Bobbie Henderson, Therese Payne, and 18 grandchildren. She graduated from Redford High School in Detroit, Michigan in 1950. She married Michael Donald Thomas on June 6, 1953. Rhea received her real estate license and worked with Weichert Realtors until her passing. She was passionate about her friends, family, and real estate. *SERVICE STATEMENT* Her humor, love for life, lessons, and strength will be remembered. We love you Gram Cracker.
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Therese Payne
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Therese Payne
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Therese Payne
May 8, 2024
More great, great grandkids Mom! Kaydence is a mini you!
May 18, 2015
Rhea,
We shared many hours together on "desk duty" and lots of laughs. Your sense of humor and good heart will always be remembered. RIP. Kathie Eaton
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Therese Payne
May 15, 2015
With a little love we can work it out! GO TEAM!!!
Love you Mom,
Your little flower Therese
Karen Thomas
May 14, 2015
She was like a second Mom to me and a true friend. I loved her sense of humor and quick wit. Her words of wisdom really helped me through some rough patches. We had some wonderful times together. She will be greatly missed.
Frances Hutchison
May 14, 2015
Rhea leaves us all with many wonderful fun life stories! She lived her life to the fullest and will be deeply missed!
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