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Loretta Thomas Obituary

Ms. Loretta Payne Thomas of Gainesville and Pt. St. Joe, Florida and formally of Opelika died Friday, April 21, 2006 at Ft. White, Florida as a result of an accident. Memorial services will be held Friday, April 28, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses at 1528 Shug Jordan Parkway in Auburn. Brother Elmer Leverette will officiate. Ms. Thomas was employed at the Shands Hospital at UF. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Joseph Thomas and Pauline Thomas Moon. She is survived by her mohter, Elnora Payne of Opelika; a sister, Lorraine (Albert) Wilder of Opelika; other siblings, Geneva Richardson, Charles (Doris) Payne, Mark (Mary) Payne, Andrew Payne, Dorothy Payne, Elaine Payne, Sylvester (Lugenia) Payne and Faye Dollison all of Gainesville, FL. Peterson and Williams Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guest book online at www.oanow.com

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Published by The Opelika-Auburn News on Apr. 27, 2006.

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Shelia Anderson

May 11, 2006

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mike, Rosana & Giovanni Vaughan

April 30, 2006

Our sincerest condolences to the family and many, many good friends that Loretta had. Comfort and hope sustains us all in these difficult times.

Cheryl Anderson Robinson

April 30, 2006

I am saddened by the loss of Loretta, but prayer will lift us up, and fond memories of her will brighten our day.

Cassandra Bruce

April 28, 2006

It's hard to believe that time and unforeseen occurences has taken another one of your love ones. My prayer is that Jehovah will give you power beyond what is normal to help you make it through this sad time.

Cassandra Clifton & Annie Harrington

April 27, 2006

We are deeply saddened by the loss of such an incredibly happy person who was always such a joy to be around. We have very fond memories of her and her sense of humor during her visit to our home last Spring.

Marc Yarbrough

April 27, 2006

Loretta is in our hearts until Jehovah brings her to life again in the resurrection. Our prayer is that this hope will comfort all who loved her so dearly.

Your cousin Katherine

April 27, 2006

Rest in peace cousin Loretta. I hope one day to meet you and Aunt Pauline in paradise.

Opelika High School Class of 1976

April 27, 2006

Our deepest sympathy go out to the Thomas Family in their time of need.

Diane Kindred-Heard

April 27, 2006

Our thoughts are with the Thomas family in this difficult time...Please let us know if there's anything we can do.

Verlencia Williams & Family

April 27, 2006

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Juanita Stephens

April 27, 2006

Hi, I wanted to say that I am so

sorry for the lost of your loved one to the family and if there is anything that I can do to please

let me know.

Joni Wilder

April 27, 2006

May Jehovah be with you ALL at this time of bereavement.

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