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Leonard "Tom" Thomas Jr.

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Leonard Thomas Obituary

Died in Douglasville, GA on June 15, 2016 at age 71. He was born in New Orleans, LA and attended Booker T. Washington High School before enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps and serving in the Vietnam War. He graduated from Delgado Community College and was employed by Texas Instruments and Hewlett Packard. He was a former member of the Knights of Peter Claver, Council 329 and served as an extraordinary minister of Holy Communion to the sick and homebound. Dedicated husband of 43 years to Sargiena Thomas. Loving brother to Coletta Thomas-Brady, Ella Mae Gray, and Willie Mae Jenkins. Devoted father of Lynnell Thomas (Phillip Andrews), Lori Gray (Jameel), and Leah Valdez (Robert). Proud Papa to Nyle Thomas-Andrews, Lorynn Valdez, Raina Valdez, Deja Gray, Jackson Gray, and Langston Gray. Predeceased by his parents Cornelia and Leonard Thomas, Sr. Survived by a host of family and friends. Memorial Mass on July 2, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church, Douglasville, GA 30135.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jun. 25 to Jul. 2, 2016.

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Tanette Bailey

July 1, 2016

Sargena, May God's everlasting love comfort you, your family, love-ones and friends in this hour of sorrow. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. From Genevieve and Isadore Jones family of New Orleans LA and Atlanta, GA.

Cherlyn Butler

June 30, 2016

To Sarigena and Family, You all have my heartfelt sympathy and condolences of your Love one.

G. Marie Leaner

June 30, 2016

Whenever I saw Mr Thomas he always seemed eager to engage and find out what was going on with you. He was worldly, knowledgable and conversant on just about any subject. Being around him was always an occasion for a laugh and a cocktail. I enjoyed his free spirit, enjoyed watching him love on his girls and train his older grandboys how to be Thomas men. I can count on one hand the times I was in his presence but what stood out the most was always the deep connection between him and his bride of 43 years. May he rest in heavenly peace.

June 30, 2016

Sargena,I'm truly sorry to hear of the passing of Leonard. You and all of your family has truly been missed in New Orleans. Hope you get over your grief soon. God Bless you and your family.
Amadee' Garibaldi,Sr

Yvette Ambrose

June 30, 2016

Tom, one of the best. He will truly be missed. Always been there to support anything that has to do with his family. He was a proud father, grandpa, brother, brother in law, cousin, friend and mostly to his loving wife, proud husband and so in love. He respected her, was her best friend and shared all his hopes and dreams with her. We love Tom and I appreciated the time he showed up at my tennis meet and track meet, so proud in the stands to support me! He was a great ping pong player, tennis player and I guess he was good at video games. My God child must have taken after he Dad because she beat him, or he just let her. But he was a great debater, smart with computers and other stuff. Could solve a problem over the phone. He was good. Always smiling and energetic around family. He loved Sargiena! Bought only the best for her on birthdays, anniversary and other holidays. Lived a good life! Made his parents so proud! We are still proud to have been blessed to have him in our lives. Thank You God for your gift! A real shining star to us all. Forever Tom, we will miss you. Pillow of strenght. I can't stop writing! So y'all know! God loves you more and decided that it was time for us to lean not on our own understanding. Trust in him! God's will!

Samuel Bradford

June 30, 2016

What is there to say that hasn't been said? He was a great man and an even greater person. He never verbally taught me lessons, but him just being who he was taught me more than he would ever know. When I see you again I want my game of Madden haha. R.I.P Uncle Tom.

Patranella Vaughn

June 30, 2016

Leah , Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Leah Valdez

June 29, 2016

You'll forever remain in my heart. Love you old man

Melva Williams

June 28, 2016

Tom was such a devoted husband, loving brother, awesome father, doting grandfather, and wonderful son-in-law and brother-in-law. We loved and respected him with all our hearts! He was just an all around good human being! I'm grateful to have the many wonderful memories through the years. We'll miss you.

Angel Hill

June 26, 2016

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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