Emelie F. Thomas's obituary , Passed away on January 16, 2026 in Chester, West Virginia

Emelie F. Thomas

November 20, 1946 - January 16, 2026 (79 years old)

Chester, West Virginia

Emelie F. Thomas's obituary , Passed away on January 16, 2026 in Chester, West Virginia

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Emelie F. Thomas

November 20, 1946 - January 16, 2026 (79 years old)

Chester, West Virginia

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Emelie F. Thomas Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Emelie F. Thomas (Chester, West Virginia), who passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Emelie F. Thomas to pay them a last tribute.

Though Emelie has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Alfred Rickerd and Jeanette Stevens Rickerd. She is survived by: her daughter Stephanie Harsha (Jim) of Lisbon; her grandchildren, Brooke Zoellers (Christopher McHenry) and Kylee Zoellers (Cody Schad); her great grandchildren, Henry McHenry and Brady Jackson; and her sister Diane Horner. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Arner Funeral Chapels Inc



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Arner Funeral Chapel
607 Carolina Ave, Chester, WV 26034

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Arner Funeral Chapel
607 Carolina Ave, Chester, WV 26034

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