Dana Lynn THOMAS

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Dana THOMAS Obituary

THOMAS, Dana Lynn (1957- 2015) Age: 57 Born on February 24, 1957 in San Francisco, California, Dana Lynn Thomas unexpectedly passed away on January 14, 2015. Dana grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. She was a 1975 graduate of Chester F. Awalt High School in Mountain View, California, and received a Bachelor's Degree from California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo in 1980. Dana continued on to earn a Master's Degree from University of San Francisco and her Marriage and Family Therapist License. In 1981 Dana married Robert Diggle, who she met while attending college. The couple had two children, Meagan and Andrew Diggle. Before her career as a therapist, Dana worked as a dietician. Who can ever forget her famous license plates, "MS DIET". In 1992, Dana and Rob moved to Folsom, California. Dana was a dedicated mother, daughter, sister, and friend. She worked as a marriage and family therapist for The White House and in private practice. She thrived on learning how she could better understand and help people. Dana was known for her kindness, warm heart, and desire to listen to and help others, especially those who were most in need of encouragement and assistance. She loved to engage in lively conversation and spend time at the beach. Dana's warm smile and her giving spirit will be greatly missed by everyone that knew her. Dana is survived by her two children, Meagan and Andrew Diggle, mother and father, Barbara V. Thomas and Gomer N. Thomas, sister, Cori Cudney, brothers, Robert Thomas and Gregory Thomas, brother-in-law Mark D. Cudney, sisters-in-law, Susan Thomas and Venecia Thomas, five nephews, Kelly and Cody Ward, Christopher Cudney, Ryan and Stephen Thomas, two nieces, Samantha (Sami) and Chelsea Thomas, and her beloved companion, Ken Stephens. A viewing will be held at Miller Funeral Home at 507 Scott St., Folsom, California on January 22, 2015 (2:00pm - 7:00pm) with a celebration of Dana's life at her sister's home in Folsom, California on Saturday, January 31, 2015 from 11:00am - 2pm. Family and friends are encouraged to attend and share their memories of Dana.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Jan. 21, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Dana THOMAS

8 Entries

"Strawberry Fields Forever"

Ken Stephens

March 3, 2015

Hi Sweetie, I didn't realize this site existed. It has been almost 7 weeks since you passed. I miss you every day, I love you more and more everyday. Our time together had it's ups and downs, but the past few years have been the best years of my life. I will never be the same without you, but I feel your spirit in my heart and I feel your love for me. You made me a better person and you continue to have that effect on me. You are my angel, forever.

January 27, 2015

Dana you will be missed more then I can say. Thank you so much for being such a important part of our lives and thank you for always listening. Rest in peace sweet lady.

Teressa

January 26, 2015

Dana, I am going to miss our chats, especially the direction they sometimes took. I had so many laughs with you and learned so much from you. Your presence is missed everyday at the WHCC. Thank you for so many things. Rest in peace my dear friend.

Helene Goble

January 26, 2015

I will always remember our animated chats about this and that as we waited for clients to arrive at WHCC. We shared a family at work and I enjoyed listening to Dana's perspective on how to solve the problems. She had a cute way of rolling her eyes when it fit in the conversation. I am shocked and saddened by her abrupt departure, and will miss her.

Patricia Allison

January 22, 2015

Dana, oh sweet Dana! I can't believe you are gone... You were always so full of life! How many mornings did I get to the trailer, to find you there first, working on paperwork? We were the "early birds." You were so spunky, and loved to talk. Many times you would share about your kids... How you loved them! I remember the day you decided to buy a pair of red cowgirl boots. Another one of my favorite memories was looking up and seeing you in the parking lot, after an Easter Sunday service, at Bayside. I will always remember your sense of humor and facial expressions. I will miss you. Thanks for sharing the journey with me.

Joel and Jamie Brandt

January 21, 2015

Rest in Peace Dana. May God bless you family during this difficult time.

Elizabeth Walsh Berrios

January 21, 2015

Dana, my friend. I enjoyed your stories. I enjoyed your sense of humor. I was honored to have had the opportunity to work with you at WHCC. I called you my Problem Child and you laughed. When you called me, you would announce yourself as "My Problem Child". But to me you never were a problem. You were my friend. You made me laugh, smile and enjoy the short time and visits we encountered. I love you dearly. I will miss you dearly. May you rest in peace and be in God's hands.

Bridget Bruce

January 21, 2015

Rest in peace Dana!

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