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Mary Thomas Obituary

Mary Thomas, age 91, entered eternal rest on Sunday, September 30, 2018. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, October 13, 2018, 10:00AM at Good Hope Baptist Church, 2028 Weyer St., Gretna, LA. Visitation 9:00AM until service. Interment Restlawn Park Cemetery. She was preceded in death by her husband, Freddy J. Thomas; parents, Alvin Joseph and Olevia Watkins; 2 brothers, Eddie and Alvin Irvin Jr.; 1 great-grandchild and 1 foster child. She leaves to cherish her memories 3 children, Jackie (Darren), Lisa and Charles; 12 foster children; 2 siblings, Thomas Irvin and Juan Harvey (Bernadine); 1 sister-in-law, 35 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, 1 Godchild and a host nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Services Entrusted to the Caring Staff of: Professional Funeral Services, Inc., "Celebrating Life," 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116. 504-948-7447.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Oct. 10 to Oct. 13, 2018.

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October 12, 2018

Mama I'm really going to miss you!!! Love your baby girl

Georgiana Carter

October 11, 2018

You Have Our Sympathy!!!

October 10, 2018

Sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May God comfort each of you during your time of mourning.

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