Gertie Thomas Obituary

We are sad to announce that on September 10, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Gertie Thomas (Millsboro, Delaware), born in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gertie Thomas to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Allen Williams and Sarah Williams; her husband Deacon James Edward; her son James H. Thomas; and her siblings, Hazel, Lillian, Nellie Mullen, George Lee Williams and John T. Williams.

She is survived by: her former husband James Thomas; her children, Laura Morris (Lloyd) of Lewes, DE, William Allen Thomas of Milford, DE, Marilyn Thomas (George) of Millsboro, DE, Calvin Thomas of Newark, NJ and Emanuel Thomas of Millsboro, DE; and her daughter-in-law Emmer Thomas. She is also survived by eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bennie Smith Funeral Home

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September 16, 2021

Doreen Sigona wrote a sympathy message

“Dearest Calvin We spoke so many times of Mama that I felt I knew her. I alwasy said I wanted to meet her. You are a kind, loving friend and I am sure that those qualities came from Mom. John, Allie, Victoria, Jimmy and myself express our deepest condolences to you and your family. With Love and Friendship Doreen XO”

September 15, 2021

Lorna Mitchell wrote a sympathy message

“Calvin and family, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. from all the wonder stories that Calvin used to tell me about his mom and family, I know that this is a huge loss. She was definitely a woman who raised children right because Calvin is a great man! You have my deepest sympathies and Prayers for comfort as you have to deal with this part of life. Respectfully, Lorna Mitchell”