Norma Thomas

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Sylvia & Steve Cutaia Nederland, TX July 9, 2010

Even though we never had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Thomas, we can tell by all the kind things said of her that she was a very special lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Sylvia & Steve Cutaia

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Becky Howard Beaumont, TX July 9, 2010

Rick - Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time. You are always there for us and we would like to be there for you, especially now.

Prayerfully - Becky, Anita, Karen, Greg & Jane

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RICK THOMAS Beaumont, TX July 9, 2010

Norma Thomas July 6, 2010
Thank you all for being here. I don’t know all of you here, so let me introduce myself. I’m Rick Thomas, Norma’s son, and I would like to share a few words with you tonight.
Mom was born May 26th 1927, in Cleveland, Ohio. She was married to my father Neseb. They raised five children Sharon, Johnny, Karla, Craig and I. As a kid, you really don’t think about how somethings gets done, but only the end result. When looking back, I realize that a very special lady was behind of all of it.
Earlier I mentioned that my mom raised 5 kids, well that’s not even close to being true. You can ask her nieces, nephews, grand children even the kids in the neighborhood. My mom opened our home to everyone. As kid I saw her in so many roles; a Wife, a mom, an aunt, a sister, a sister- in- law, and a friend. Her respect and love for my father was shown every day in the way she cared for him day in, and day out. Fifty years of marriage says it all.
As a mom there is no one better. Her love for us was immeasurable. I remember many days dad worked late and mom had both roles. I still have not been able to figure it all out, how she had did it all without driving a car! When I turned 16 and started to drive I told mom that I could teach her. I will never forget her answer. That’s ok, I’ll manage. I think she was thinking about the neighbor’s car that I had totaled when I was 15.

As an aunt, I saw her influence and helping hand many times with my cousins from opening up her home, cooking a meal, or just by lending an ear. If I didn’t know better, I would say that they where her kids also.
As a sister, I know that it was tough on mom, with her brothers and sister living in Cleveland, and not getting to see them very often. I remember as a kid, she loaded us up on a train heading to Cleveland to visit her family. I couldn’t imagine what it would be like traveling with her 5 kids across the country 40 years ago!
When mom married dad and moved to Beaumont, she had no one here. Her relationships with her sister-in-laws where very special; I remember as a kid thinking they were actually her sisters!
As a friend, my mom had some truly lifelong friend: Mrs. Wallace, Mrs. Weaver, Mrs. Leblanc, Mrs. McCauley and Mrs. Lanclos. They would always have their coffee and share stories.
As mom grew older, and needed us, we returned the love that she brought out in us. Thank you Sharon, Johnny, Karla, and Craig for loving mom back the way the way that she loved us.
I would like to close with this poem.
“I’ll let you go”
I love you, Mom, I'll let you go. God is reaching out His hand.
I'll miss you so, but we both know that your life went just as planned.
I'll say good-bye for now, Mom, 'cause I know we'll meet again.
Jesus died and conquered death so this life is not the end.

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Karen Odom Garner Beaumontt, TX July 8, 2010

Craig,
You all are in my thoughts and prayers, hope you find peace and comfort in the coming days.

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Carol Anderson Lumberton, TX July 8, 2010

Rick and Family,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We are praying for you and our thoughts are with each of you.

Sincerely,
The PBX Team
Christus Hospital

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Pat Trumble Nederland, TX July 7, 2010

Craig and Claudia Thomas:

Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She is in a better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Joe and Pat Trumble

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Kathleen & Keith Mesa, AZ July 7, 2010

Dear Thomas Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Just know that your mom is in a better place and is at peace.
Keith, Kathleen and family

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Magallon Family July 6, 2010

May you find the courage to face tomorrow in the love that surrounds you today. At this time of sorrow may these truths sustain you..Life doesn't make sense at many moments in our life. The pain we go through when we lose someone we love never goes away, it just fades. Please keep your heart open to the many gifts of love you will be receiving in the near future. I have fought the fine fight, I have run the course to the finish, I have observed the faith.-2Timothy 4:7. As for me, I will lie down that I may sleep; I shall certainly awake, for Jehovah himself keeps supporting me. -Psalms 3:5

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andrea & john beaumont, TX July 6, 2010

norma you will be greatly missed.I was glad we had a visit a short while ago.My thoughts are with all the love ones you have left behined. all our love john & andrea

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Patti Farmer Highlands, TX July 6, 2010

Johnny, Sharon, Karla, Ricky & Craig,

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Momma, she was such a wonderful lady.
I have SO many special memories growing up next door with all of you. I remember your Momma as always being so sweet and funny and a fantastic cook. I spent so much time at your house that I felt like part of the family and both your parents always made me feel that way!
I have called your Momma my 2nd Mom many times when speaking of her while telling stories of growing up and all the things we did as kids and all the fun we had. Your entire family has always been so special to my family…since my parents moved from Betty we’ve spoken of all you many times and talked about how much we missed ya’ll.
One special memory for me that proves what a very special woman she was is when I was pregnant with my first daughter and had been put on bed rest. My parents had me stay at their house because of the shift hours my husband was working… to make sure that I would stay in bed! Mom & Dad were both working during the day and your Momma would come over everyday at lunch to check on me and make sure that I had lunch but didn’t have to stand up for long to make it….I’ve never forgotten that! She was wonderful woman and I’m so glad I had the privilege to know her. I will forever hold my memories and love for all of you close to my heart as I have for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Love,
Patti (Wallace) Farmer

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Tony Maciulis New York, NY July 5, 2010

To the Thomas Family:

I remember Aunt Norma visiting us in Cleveland, calling Julie and me "sugar" and sitting under Clara's giant hair dryer...after rolling grape leaves with Frieda. I am sorry for your loss, and grateful for those childhood memories of a truly wonderful woman we were fortunate enough to know, if only briefly. You are in my thoughts today.

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Steve & Debbie Crain Nederland, TX July 5, 2010

Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love ya, Craig, Claudia and Sarina. You have such a sweet family.

Steve, Debbie Crain & family

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Glenda Thomas Tristan July 5, 2010

Sharon, Johnny, Ricky, Karla, & Craig:

I am so very sorry for you loss -- for all of our loss. Aunt Norma opened her home to me. I grew up in Aunt Norma & Uncle C.B.'s house. You all are my brothers and sisters. Aunt Norma took Aleesha and me in to live, when we had no place to go. I will never forget that. You all have been very blessed to have had such a special mother - one who never judged, but comforted. I could talk to her when I could not talk to anyone else about things. She is in a special place now and we are all very thankful that she was a part of our lives. Just know that I am here for all of you. I love you.

Glenda

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Craig,Claudia and Sarina Beaumont, TX July 5, 2010

Mom we will miss you so much. We are so glad Sarina got to be part of her life. She misses her TiTTa very much. We know you are in a better place now looking down on us. God Bless You Mom.
Love Craig,Claudia and Sarina

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chris and Mike Huff beaumont, TX July 5, 2010

So sorry for your loss. May you find stength in God , family and friends.

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Dennis & Bera Thomas Lumberton, TX July 5, 2010

I want to express some of the thoughts that come to mind when I think of this wonderful & loving person.
I was 5 years old when Aunt Norma met & married my Uncle Neseb (CB) Thomas. At least once a week Aunt Norma would ask me if I had been a good boy. If I answered "yes" she would walk me down to the local Sommers Drug Store, the only one in town that had a real soda fountain area with ice cream & milk shakes; sit me on the bar stool like the adults & let me order a vanilla malt. She would talk to me at the fountain & all the way back home. I still love vanilla to this day. As time went by, although Aunt Norma & Uncle CB had their own children, she still found the time to make me feel special. Each year on my birthday she would make me, from scratch, a pizza pie with candles for however many years old I was. This pizza was just for me. When I got in trouble with one of the neighbors & got a whipping from my parents for doing wrong, Aunt Norma would always talk me through the problems and our discussion always ended with a hug. She was & is a very special person who will be missed but never forgotten. She raised 5 wonderful children (Johnny, Sharon, Ricky, Karla, & Craig) who are hurting right now. Please pray for them & their families at this time. I encourage my cousins to remember all those good times with their very special mom.

Dennis

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