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J. Thomas Obituary
Nashville, TN
Nashville native, Film/TV/Stage Actress, Singer/Songwriter, Recording Artist and International Southern Belle was born into eternal life Thursday, March 26, 2015.
To know JK is to Love JK. She inspired, uplifted and entertained hearts and souls worldwide. She graduated form Maplewood High and Memphis Univ. She was a DJ for Nashville's Y107. Lovingly remembered by beloved life partner, "wife" of 18 years, Colette Divine, and their boydog, Spirit; brothers, Frank E. (Andrea) Thomas, Jr., MD, and George Thomas; nephews, Corey, Cameron, and Frank E. Thomas III (Leslie); great-niece, Grace; and a host of family, friends & fans.
Reunited with parents, Ethel and Frank Thomas, Sr., and boydog, Yoshi.
Celebration Tribute/Benefit Concert, Friday, April 17, 2015 at 7 p.m. AKA Ivy Beyond the Wall ceremony at 1:45 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, 2015, with a Memorial Service to follow at 2 p.m., all at Center for Spiritual Living Nashville, 6705 Charlotte Pk, Nashville, 37209, 615-356-0174. Info: www.cslnashville.org.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations appreciated at www.gofundme.com/jkareneternallove.
Lewis & Wright Funeral Directors, 2500 Clarksville Pk, Nashville, 615-255-2371.
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Memories and Condolences
for J. Thomas
July 8, 2015
I was in the BFA Program at Memphis State with J Karen and I saw her perform one of the most moving pieces of theatre I've ever witnessed. My thoughts and prayers are with her and all of her family and extended family. Maggie Rumble Rasnick
April 17, 2015
A dear friend from way back. I will miss your talent and your smile. May you find Gods Eternal Rest....Tony Rowland & family
April 13, 2015
What a graceful and beautiful soul, J. Karen. Colette, keeping you in my prayers. -Kelly Murphy (Nashville, TN)
MW Weaver
April 8, 2015
What a phenomenal woman J.Karen has always been on so many levels...to her family and friends the earthly loss is large, YET we cannot imagine the glorious life she lives now in eternity. Yes, she will be missed! Enjoy Heaven J.Karen...Until we all meet again, may the memories of J Karen give you peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, sisterly and spiritually MW Weaver
Shaloea James-Harrison
April 7, 2015
Praying that you are at peace with our Lord Savior. Rest in peace.
Dawn Hughes
April 6, 2015
J. Karen - Keeping you in thought and prayer as you continue your journey.
Colette, Frank, Jr. & family, & George B. - May God bless you for the love and caring you shared with J. Karen. And may fond memories sustain you now and always.
roz dingle
April 2, 2015
I knew Karen in High School and I knew she would be of great importance one day and when I saw her in the tv shows that i watched i smiled to myself and said I know her, I went to school with such talent. I am so sorry to see her go but I know she is in good hands now, my prayers go up to the family. Keep Smiling Karen and the whole world will smile along with you. God continue to Bless the family.
April 1, 2015
I've followed her career off an on since I graduated from Maplewood. She was one of the most talented people I've known. Theatre, comic improvisation and radio. I loved her distinctive voice. I'll never forget her role in Ain't Misbehavin. She may never know how many people missed her.
William Dale Robinson
March 31, 2015
To The Thomas Family,
Karen was loved by all of us. She was a True Star! She will never be forgotten. Panther for life.
CR Sharpe
March 30, 2015
RIP Karen; To God be the Glory!
Kaye Chavis
March 30, 2015
Karen and I were best friends from the first through the sixth grades. We were in the same classes at Murrell Elementary School. Although we were very competitive, we were each other's greatest advocate. Later, we were in the same high school sorority, Lambda Iota Theta Sorority, Inc. We also were sorors in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. I will miss my dear friend. May she grace heaven as she graced those on earth that loved her dearly. RIP my dearest Karen.
Dorey Nolan
March 30, 2015
J. Karen was one of those people that is simply unforgettable. No matter where you go or what you do. She was and always will be an inspiration to others.
Blessed to have met her and Colette.
Love, Light and Blessings to the entire family.
Barbara Lucas
March 30, 2015
To Frank and Family
I remember Karen beautiful voice as a child and that lovely smile she had when she greeted you. I will keep you and your family in my prayers
Bennie Perkins
March 30, 2015
George & Frank,
May God's divine grace comfort you both over the loss of your sister Karen. I marveled at her talent whether she was singing or acting, God had truly blessing with great gifts. Family,...you will have my prayers.
Dawn Dopson
March 30, 2015
You had great trust, faith, courage in all that was before you. God called and you answered ,with such grace ,in knowing you struggle would not be long. Sing loud my friend, Sing! You have always been a True Angel. Love forever Dawn Dopson and Family<3<3<3
C Jennings
March 30, 2015
RIP Karen
March 29, 2015
May God Bless your entire family. Regina Bass and family
March 29, 2015
Our thought and prayers are with you.
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