Billie Faye Thomas

Billie Faye Thomas

Billie Thomas Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cornerstone Funeral Home and Cremations on Mar. 6, 2023.

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Billie Faye Thomas, 72, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023. She was born February 7, 1951 in Edgecombe County to the late Willie and Lucy Taylor Griffin. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister, Susan Messing; sister-in-law and best friend, Donna Thomas Womble.
She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 44 years, David Thomas; daughter, Angie Griffin (Gus); son, Luther N. Griffin; grandchildren, Baley Rhodes and Camron Rhodes; lap companion,Dusty.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 1815 Airport Blvd, NW, Wilson NC, 2:00pm with Rev. Joe Shakour officiating followed by a visitation. The family will receive guest other times at the home 5713 Pheasant Drive NW Wilson, NC 27896
Flowers are welcomed or donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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1052 South First Street, Nashville, NC 27856

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