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Helen Thomas Obituary

HELEN THOMAS Age 81 of Louisville, KY, formerly of Gary, passed away Friday, March 18, 2005 at the Brownsboro Hills Nursing Home. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Walter Lee Thomas. She leaves to cherish her memory, her very loving son, Edward (Michele) Thomas of Louisville, KY; 4 wonderful grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Dean Taylor and Mary White, both of Chicago, IL; and a host of nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. Funeral services Friday, March 25, 2005, 1 p.m. with Elder Chris E. Truss officiating at Ridgelawn Funeral Home, 4201 W. Ridge Road, Gary, (219)980-5555. Friends may call on March 25, 2005 from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment Fern Oak Cemetery. Helen will be deeply missed by her family and friends. May God Grant Her Eternal Rest.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Mar. 23, 2005.

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JAMES D. BOGARD JR.

March 23, 2005

MS, THOMAS WAS A LOVING AND VERY CARING PERSON, WHO WAS ALWAYS NICE TO ME. AND SHE WILL BE TRULY MISSED. MY LOVE AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO HER FAMILY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU STRONG ALWAYS

Sharon J Miller-Sims & Brian Sims &Family Miller-Sims

March 22, 2005

Mrs. Thomas has been like a second mother and grandmother to me. I will truly miss her and talking with her. She has known me since I was a little girl and I love her as a mother and grandmother. My prayers goes out to your family Euegene. I send my deepest sympathy and may God bring you out of your loss. I will continue to keep my prayers up and hope you stay strong for you family.



May God Bless and May God Keep you in His arms.



I'm so sorry for your loss and I miss Mrs. Thomas.



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I live in Indianapolis, IN.

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