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Helena Thomas Obituary
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, at the funeral establishment.
Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble 12:30 p.m. at the church.
The family will assemble noon at 4110 Ashley Lane, Petersburg, Va., the day of the services and may be contacted by calling the following (804) 861-1228 or (804) 732-9324.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Thomas online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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for Helena Thomas
Hattie Bonner & Family
January 24, 2010
Maude and Thomas Family, You are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. I pray that God will strenghten you and may he find a comforting place in your heart.
January 22, 2010
Eventhough I don't get to see you often, I neglected to mention Gene, who I would see from time to time at VSU, Lanny and Red who I haven't seen since I was little. I love you all and did not want to miss the opportunity to mention it.
Love again,
Janece Harper & Josie
January 20, 2010
To the family of Mrs. Helena,
I will be thinking of you all during these hard times. Mrs. Helena, Karen, Gwen and hard-time were all very dear friends of my mom (Irene) and our entire family.
Love,
Janece Harper, Petersburg, VA
Bernadette Cole
January 20, 2010
To Hard Time and Family:
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel "MA" to watch over you all. I'm so sorry about your lost and may my prayers go out the family.
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Teresa Smith
January 19, 2010
To James and Gwen and all of the Thomas family:
May God comfort you and strengthen you during this time of bereavement. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I know that God will be everything that you and your family need Him to be.
Teresa Smith and Family - Petersburg, VA
Teressa Mason
January 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
saundra mason
January 18, 2010
To the Thomas family:
TheJones children pray for strenght and comfort in your time of bereavement. We wish you Gods Grace and Mercy as you travel this journey,Our hearts are with you.Otelia,Barbara,Constance,Patricia,Saundra,Wayne and Janice Jones
larry anderson
January 17, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Julian Greene
January 16, 2010
To the Helena Banks Thomas Family:
We extend our sincerest condolences to you, in your loss. Please remember that - "God is our refurge, in our time of need and God will take care of you".
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