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Robert Lee Thomas

1955 - 2021

Robert Lee Thomas obituary, 1955-2021, New Orleans, LA

BORN

1955

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Rhodes Funeral Home - Washington Avenue

3933 Washington Ave

New Orleans, Louisiana

Robert Thomas Obituary

Robert Lee Thomas was born September 9, 1955, and passed away peacefully in the privacy of his home on August 18th, 2021, at the age of 65, in New Orleans. Robert preceded in death by his parents the late Josh Mcginty, Jr., & Mary Ann Sandifer, one brother Derrick Mcginty. He leaves to cherish his memories, his children; Robert Lee Thomas, Jr., Felicia Thomas, Tremaine Thomas, Kedrick McLemore, Chad Lewis, Cordero Thomas, Ashley Penny & Brijean Johnson. 8 Sisters - Jackie Brown, LaQuette Davis, Victoria Ward, Ethel Mae Lockett, Phyllis Marie Fairley, Angela Lee Sandifer, Mary Elizabeth Sandifer, Susie Ann Harris. 7 Brothers – Gregory Mcginty, Mitchell Mcginty, Tony, Curtis Lee Jefferson, Ricky Lee Thomas, David C. Sandifer, Jr., Larry O'neal Sandifer of Hattiesburg, MS; one uncle, two Aunts, Grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Relatives, friends, and employees of International School of Louisiana (Camp St), Buffalos Billards are welcome to attend his Celebration of Life Service at Watson Memorial Teaching Ministries, 4400 St. Charles Ave, Nola on Friday, August 27, 2021, at 9:30 am. Visitation will begin at 8:30 am. Interment: Wells Town Cemetery, Lumberton, MS. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Avenue. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guestbook.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Aug. 25 to Aug. 28, 2021.

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Kyna Sandifer

August 28, 2021

Sending prayers during this time... I´m saddened by his death he visit my parents house many time Ellis& Ruth Sandifer in Nola uptown. #RestInPeace

Sheila, Starr´s mom

August 27, 2021

You were the second in charge after Ms. Catalian @ ISL. You always had a smile and a kind word. RIP

Beverly Byrd and family

August 27, 2021

We will truly miss your warm heart and beautiful smile when you walk out the front door of your apartment. Love your neighbors Beverly, Pam, Jimmie, Shawn and Ms. Monica plus Mr. Ray we were like family until we all meet again R.I.P.

Samara

August 27, 2021

Prayers to your family, the kids at ISL will miss you

India

August 26, 2021

I went to Isl when Mr. Robert worked there he was my favorite!! IM SO SORRY FOR YOU GUYS´ LOSS

Linda Leggett

August 26, 2021

Ethel I was saddened to hear of the loss of your brother. Praying that God will give you and the family peace as you go through this difficult time. Love

Faithful Wishes Wreath

Edward L Brown and Family

Sent Flowers

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Terry and Nicole Terrebonne

Sent Flowers

chris harris

August 25, 2021

My sympathy goes out to the family he is in a better place for sure. I will definitely miss my friend (Coke Man)!!! We had some fun times at our pool tournaments. Love You!!!!

Joyce Bush

August 25, 2021

With deepest condolences to your family. Mr. Robert was a wonderful person to work with. He was very much missed when he retired. But now with his passing this one was very hard for us. Will continue to lift all of you in prayers.

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4400 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA

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3933 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125

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