Gladys Ramsey Thomas

Gladys Ramsey Thomas

Gladys Thomas Obituary

Published by Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory - Valdese on Apr. 25, 2020.
Gladys Ramsey Thomas, 93, of Valdese passed away Saturday, April 25, 2020 at her home. Gladys was born November 2, 1926 in Burke County to the late Glen A. Ramsey, Sr. and Fannie Benfield Ramsey. Gladys was a member of First Baptist Church of Valdese. She was a wonderful daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-mother, Lillian G. Ramsey; her husband, James O. Thomas; sons, James O. Thomas, Jr., Michael S. Thomas, Sr., and Robert A. Thomas; siblings, Margaret R. Black, Paralee R. Tolbert, Arlene R. Stewart, Glen A Ramsey, Jr., and Doris R. Abee. She is survived by daughters, Miriam J. Pace, Deborah L. Thomas, and honorary son, Shane Buchanan and his wife, Lola. Gladys had eleven grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to South Caldwell Christian Ministries at PO Box 359 Granite Falls, NC 28630. An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.heritagefuneralservices.com. Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory is serving the family.

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Melissa Bungart

April 29, 2020

I have so many great memories of this beautiful lady. I am so glad I got to spend time with her and in her home. I remember coffee time in the morning and finishing the day by watching soaps with her at night. These were the best of times. Go rest high on that mountain, Nana. Love you always. ❤

Kelsey Bungart

April 29, 2020

My Dear Nana,
I will miss you very much, but I know you have gone to a better place to Heaven with the Lord. I will never forget all of the many trips from Missouri to North Carolina to visit. I always looked forward eating delicious food and of course, swimming in the swimming pool. I will always hold your memory near and dear to my heart. May you Rest In Peace.
Love, Kelsey

Brian and Amanda Thomason

April 27, 2020

We wanted to send our prayers to the family.
We are sorry for your loss.

David Black

April 26, 2020

Miriam and Deb, we send our love and prayers at this difficult time. A Ramsey Reunion is underway in Heaven!!

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