Ruth Deumite Thomas Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ruth Deumite Thomas (Baton Rouge, Louisiana), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on September 25, 2025 at the age of 96. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Norman Deumite and Rose Deumite; her husband Karam John "K. J." Thomas; and her brothers, Edward, Alee, Louis and Phillip Deumite.
She is survived by: her children, Karen Darnall (Mike), Phillip Thomas (Linda), Patricia Thomas, Kathy Broha (Kent) and John Thomas (Beverly); her grandchildren, Kaylyn Hager (Charlie), Kristen Serrano (Adam), John Darnall (Maria), Brian Thomas, Michael Thomas, Jason Broha (Hance Hughes), Ashley Broha, Matthew Broha (Amy), Turner Hunter, Spencer Thomas and Kathryn Thomas; her great grandchildren, Bryce, Korbett Hager, Madison, Amelie Mann, Daniel, Jacob Serrano, Elizabeth, Rebekah, Phillip Thomas, Shepherd, Lizette, Mark Kent Broha, Ruth and Murphy Darnall; her brother Norman "Junior" Deumite (Kay); and her caregivers, Fadila and Crystol. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 2nd 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church (445 Marquette Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70806). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, October 2nd 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church or school, The Rose Marie Hance Deumite Family Endowed Scholarship at St. Joseph's Academy or Catholic High School.
