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JoAnn H. Thomas

1946 - 2021

JoAnn H. Thomas obituary, 1946-2021, Coplay, PA

BORN

1946

DIED

2021

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Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Coplay

327 Chestnut Street

Coplay, Pennsylvania

JoAnn Thomas Obituary

JoAnn Helen Thomas, 74, of 238 South 2nd Street, Coplay, peacefully passed away on June 7, 2021. Born on June 20, 1946, she was the daughter of the late James and Helen Faulkner. She was the loving wife of Joseph, with whom she was married to for over fifty-two years. JoAnn was a loving, caring mother to many children during her forty years of service in the foster care system. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Survivors, including her husband, are sons; Joseph and his wife Carolyn and their children, Seth and Luke; Jeffry, James, and daughter Ana; and sister, Georgette Butler. She was predeceased by her brother Richard who gave his life for his country in Vietnam. A calling period will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2021, from 9:30 A.M. – 10:30 A.M. at Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. of Coplay 327 Chestnut Street, Coplay, PA. 18037 with a service to follow at 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her memory may be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation 2361 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10306. https://t2t.org/ 718-987-1931. Online condolences for the family may be recorded at www.brubakerfuneralhome.com. Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with arrangements.

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Published by Morning Call on Jun. 8, 2021.

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Antonay

March 6, 2024

I have been in her care and still see her as family. I was one of the last kids she had in her care I think about her all the time and miss her dearly. Hope her family is doing well

Aliyah Detweiler

October 19, 2023

my name is Aliyah detweiler but Seth , Luke , and Jeffery would know me as Aliyah smith with my brother Keith :) I´ve been trying so hard to find Mr. Joe´s number to tell him how we been doin all this time. My brother and I have always had amzing memories at Mrs. Joann´s house we made so many friends and we miss them all they were all our family to us and I really just hope someone sees this in time to please help me get in touch with Mr Joe. Thank you much for everything Mrs. Joann for always being an amazing women I really can´t thank you enough

Jose Vazquez

January 4, 2023

I grew up in her home as a foster child and I can attest that she had a warm nature about her, strong and committed. One of the best people I have ever known in my 35 years.

I've seen her take in over 50 kids while I was there. And although a professional, I know she came to love every person she came across. Heart of gold, the supreme and standard for caring for others and had she not been there, some of us would have never known love. From caring for children other than her own for years or adopting them, she was and is the stable that we can all learn from. Thank you for everything JoAnn, I can still hear your voice. Keep them in line in heaven, and make sure they do their chores on Sundays! :D

I love you!! See you later, Joann!

Rich Williams

June 11, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. My mom Carol is completely devastated with your passing, she loved you so dearly.
Joe, Jimmy, Joey and Jeff you will always be in our thoughts and prayers. We sincerely hope we all remain in contact and will always be here for you all.
Rich Williams
Carol Williams

Kathy Bodisch

June 8, 2021

JoAnn was a remarkable person, mother and foster mother. She had a heart of gold! May she now rest in peace!

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