James Windell Thomas Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James Windell Thomas of Laurel, Mississippi, born in Sandersville, Mississippi, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 17, 2026 at the age of 83. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his wife Mildred Stafford Thomas; his parents, LJ Thomas and Dorothy Jane Smith Thomas; and his siblings, Howard Thomas and Linda Joyce Thomas.
He is survived by: his children, Michael Thomas (Christy) and Deana Holifield (Richard); his siblings, John Thomas (Lillie), Josie Carter and Susan Thomas; his grandchildren, Collin Holifield (Kambry), Connor Holifield, Codi Collins (Ryan), Garrett Holifield (Maddie), Jordan Dobbs and Dalton Dobbs; and his great grandchildren, Ty Carr, Lillie Collins, Tinley Holifield, Tristen Holifield, Riggs Holifield and Tripp Holifield (Lillian A. Hill).
