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Deforest Anthony Thomas

1956 - 2021

Deforest Anthony Thomas obituary, 1956-2021, Akron, OH

BORN

1956

DIED

2021

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Rhoden Memorial Home - Akron

1101 Palmetto Avenue

Akron, Ohio

Deforest Thomas Obituary

Deforest Anthony Thomas, 64, went home to be with the Lord on July 28, 2021. He was born on September 17, 1956 in Akron, OH to Robert and Marie Thomas. Deforest was a 1974 graduate of South High School and later attended The University of Louisville. He retired from Chagrin Valley Paving, Inc. in 2019. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Thomas and sister, Annie Belle Boykin. He leaves to cherish his memory, mother, Marie Thomas; sisters, Gail Thomas of Columbus, OH and Robin (Mark) Thrist; nephew, Brandon Thrist; nieces, Roneisha Thrist and Belle Burney of Houton TX; and a host of other relatives and friends. Homegoing Celebration will be held on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave., Akron, OH 44306 where family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until time of service. Condolences for the family may be sent to 449 W. Chestnut Street, Akron, OH 44307. Interment, Glendale Cemetery. Rev. Brooks, Eulogizing. Masks will be required to attend services.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Aug. 3, 2021.

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SS 1974

August 9, 2021

On behalf of South High Class of ´74 a link in our chain has been broken. We the class of ´74 offer our condolence and prayers to the family of Deforest Thomas

Pamela (Edith) Rogers

August 6, 2021

To Mrs Thomas, Gail and Neicy, I'm so sorry to hear of Anthony's passing. You are such a close knit family and I know that God will keep you all together during your time of sorrow.

WILLIAL AND KATIE LANE

August 5, 2021

R.I.P. OUR FRIEND TO THE FAMILE MAY YOU ALL FIND PEACE IN GOD AND EACH OTHER KNOWING HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE, MUCH LOVE TO ALL OF YOY.

Lisa Twitty COLUMBUS Ohio

August 5, 2021

Praying for the Thomas family

Jeannette Blackwell

August 5, 2021

I am saddened to hear that DeForest Thomas has made his earthly transition. He and I along with my sister Charlene were classmates and graduated from South High together. We will cherish the memory of those days and we send our sincere condolences to DeForest's family during this most precious moment in time.

Robert Hamilton jr

August 5, 2021

My prayers go out to the family, I met de at a young age he was like a big brother to me and my friends on our street.we all loved him.RIP big bro we will play. Catch again in heaven some day.

Rhoden Memorial Home

August 5, 2021

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Pat Harrell

August 5, 2021

No one knows just what to say when someone has loss their loved one. There are the usual things that people say that may add some comfort at this time. Don't let anyone tell you how long you should grieve. Know that it is okay to talk to a professional if you need to. I know that time will eventually heal your hearts. God gave you something that no one can take away from you...the memories of Anthony while he was here on earth. Cherish them and talk about them with your family. It can be therapeutic. Much love and prayers are being sent up to you from Columbus, OH. Respectfully, Pat Harrell, friend of Gail's and one of her travel buddies.

Barbara Herring

August 5, 2021

Gail, my condolence and sincere prayers to you and your family.

Cynthia Leland Spradley

August 4, 2021

Thomas Family: As your loved one transitions home, may the Love of God Bless, Comfort and Keep you until you have the blessed opportunity to meet again. Remember earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
Be Blessed with the Love of Jesus--He Loves You and So Do I!
Psalm 121:1-2

Fabian Robinson

August 4, 2021

May the peace of God which passeth all understanding stay in your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Robert Ellis

August 4, 2021

To Gail ,family and friends of Deforest Thomas. Sorry for the loss of Deforest Thomas. Sending my deepest condolences and prayers. God bless.

Twila Murray

August 4, 2021

So Sorry to hear that Deforest, has passed. He was a Kind, and Gentle Man, that I was Blessed to have known. Please, Accept my Sincerest Condolences, on the Loss of You're Love One... May Almighty JEHOVAH GOD, Bless the Entire Family, During this time in You're Lives.

Judy Sykes

August 3, 2021

Gail and Family,

I offer my deepest sympathies at the loss of Deforest. Another Class of '74 classmate gone much too soon. My prayers are with the family during this difficult time and days to come. God bless you!

John & Susan White

August 3, 2021

To The Family You Have Our Condolences & Deepest Sympathy

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Rhoden Memorial Home - Akron

1101 Palmetto Avenue, Akron, OH 44306

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Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m.

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1101 Palmetto Avenue, Akron, OH 44306

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