Sherry "Jean" Thomas
November 02, 2011
Jean, 65, passed away Wednesday November 2, 2011 of complications of COPD at home with her loving husband, Ora L. Thomas, of 49 years and her family by her side. Jean was 16 years old and Ora was 17 years old when they met. Everyone said it would never work, but it did. We know she is now fishing with her beloved grandson, Austin Bacon, whom preceded her in death.
Jean was born to Darrell and Lavina Willard on November 11, 1945 and had lived in Des Moines all her life where she was a homemaker. Jean raised four kids and three grand kids and loved them all. Also she helped Ora with their used car dealership, Thomas Used Cars, where she was the title clerk for 20 years. Along with managing many rental properties, she loved people and the different jobs.
Jean most enjoyed taking the kids and grandkids fishing. She also enjoyed playing bingo, riding mules, gardening, or just crocheting.
Jean is survived by her husband, Ora Lee; children, Kendall (Dianne) Thomas of Altoona, Vernon “Nog” Thomas, Ann Marie “Sis” Thomas, and Michael (Andrea) Thomas, all of Pleasant Hill; grandchildren, Ora Thomas, Danielle Thomas, Colton Thomas, Ashley Bacon, Austin Bacon (living with God), Hayley Bacon, Jocelyn Thomas, Camryn Thomas, all of Pleasant Hill; great-grandchildren, Baiya and Braiden Battani, also of Pleasant Hill; mother, Lavina Willard; mother-in-law, Elizabeth Thomas, both of Pleasant Hill; sisters, Luella “Tiny” (Joe) Anderson of Pleasant Hill, Sandra (Denny) Edwards of Kingstone, Tennesee, and Linda Robbins of West Des Moines; sisters-in-law, Bev and Joan Thomas; brother-in-law, Melvin (Debbie) Thomas, all of Pleasant Hill; many nieces, nephews, family and beloved friends.
Jean was preceded in death by her father, Darrell Willard; father-in-law, Vernon Thomas; brother, Leroy Willard; and the grandson she worshipped, Austin Bacon.
Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday November 5, 2011 at Woodland Hills Church of Christ, 2484 SE 68th Street, Pleasant Hill, with burial to follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Pleasant Hill. The family will receive friends Friday November 4, 2011 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street.
Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude’s, Ronald McDonald House, or Leukemia Foundation in memory of Austin Bacon.
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Heather woxell& family
11/05/2011
I am so very sorry that we had to lose such a great women, I am so sorry that I can't make it to say my goodbyes can't get off of work, even though we only knew each other for a little bit of time I enjoyed ever conversion we ever had jean I am going to miss you so very much its sad to see you go but its good to know that you are no longer in pain. My thoughts and prayers are with your loving family.
Billy & Kathy Way
11/04/2011
We our sorry for your loss. Our condolences to you and your family.
scott and mary
11/04/2011
sorry we can not be there we have you in our thoughts and prayers
Tracy Forseth and Bob Payton
11/04/2011
Thinking of you all...we will certainly miss all the good times and this wonderful lady.
Jason and Lana Ballard
11/04/2011
Nog, we are sorry to hear about your mom. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficut time.
Jason and Lana Ballard
DebRethamel and Fred Feuring
11/04/2011
We will miss this Pretty Lady, she was truly a lady full of courage like no one else. Our sympathy to all family.
Diane Vande Lune
11/04/2011
Thomas Family ~ So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your family.
Diane and Lloyd VandeLune
Pooh Carr & Family
11/04/2011
Our Thoughts & Prayers are with the whole Family. I know Jean will be missed by so many.She was a great lady. All of you take care.
Jeff and Donna
11/04/2011
Our prayers are with you and your family.
mIKE cLEMONS
11/03/2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I kmow there is comfort in knowing that Jean is without suffering now that she is with our Father and our Savior Jesus Christ and I pray that your grief is surronded by love with friends and Family.God Bless all of you and if there is anything I can do please only ask.
Love you all,
Mike Clemons
joan
11/03/2011
You were my sister-law for 50 years, I miss you already and for ever.
I know you are ok because are with AUSTIN and all our loved ones that were waiting for you! Please give DAD a hug kiss from me. Tell Austin I love him.
Kelly shockley and Family
11/02/2011
Jean you sure will be missed.My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Enie
11/02/2011
Jean we sure had fun on our mule rides and camping,you will be missed,love you give Mom and Dad a kiss for me.
Enie
Berneice thomas
11/02/2011
rest in peace Jean.
~Shane~
11/02/2011
R.I.P Jean you will be missed!