Winifred Thomas Obituary

Winifred A. Thomas JAMES ISLAND - Winifred A. Thomas, 88, of James Island died February 14, 2010, at home surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Thomas was born on May 7, 1921 in Mount Vernon, Iowa to the late Bert and Essie Johnson Neal. She attended Iowa State College and Cornell College. She worked for the Iowa Manufacturing Company in Cedar Rapids, Iowa during WWII. She met Capt. William Thomas in Cedar Rapids while he was on leave from the war. They were married on September 21, 1946 in Mount Vernon, Iowa. Besides being a devoted, supportive wife for over 63 years and a mother of four she was recognized as a talented, creative writer by friends and family alike. Her poems, skits, and songs were performed on national and international air force bases, including Kansas, Texas, Washington D.C., California, Panama, Illinois, and South Carolina. As a loyal military wife who followed her husband around the world, she will always be remembered for her sense of humor, imagination and ability to make the best out of every situation. She is survived by her loving husband, Bill, who, for the past several years, has cared for her in their home at Bishop Gadsden Retirement Community on James Island. She is also survived by four children: Sandy DeRousse (Michael), Neal Thomas, Dr. Shelley Thomas, Kip Thomas (Martha); seven grandchildren: Brian, Lisa, Kelsey, Walker, Hayden, Woody, Gabby; and three great-grandchildren: Addison, Cameron, and Sasha. The family would like to especially thank Martha Goss and the staff of Hospice (Odessy) and Bishop Gadsden. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. William W. Thomas are invited to attend her memorial service Saturday morning, February 20, 2010, at ten-thirty, in Bishop Gadsden Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made "Bishop Gadsden Residence Assistance Fund" 1 Bishop Gadsden Way, Charleston, SC 29412. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., WEST ASHLEY CHAPEL, 3360 Glenn McConnell Pkwy., Charleston. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Feb. 16, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Winifred Thomas

11 Entries

Colleen Miller

February 24, 2010

I was so sorry to learn of your loss of Win. She was such a special friend of my mother, Chris Newton. It was so hard to hear how sad Mom was when she called to tell me about Win's passing. They had such a wonderful friendship. May the good memories of Win's unique sense of humor and all the good times you had, keep you strong during this difficult time. With warm regards. Colleen P. Miller, Spartanburg, South Carolina

February 22, 2010

Col. Thomas, Kip, Martha,and family, I just learned of Win's death. I loved her so much and enjoyed for many years the oppotunity to sit beside her in the alto section of the HVPC choir. She had a wonderful sense of humor that kept everyone - especially Lon Shull the choir director- on their toes. We always looked to Win to write skits for choir parties and other church get-togethers. I love all of you. Sharon Smith

Ron Karst

February 20, 2010

Dear Mr. Thomas, Kip and family. I will always remember your wife and mother for her sharp wit and kind heart. She was a fun loving, kind and sweet lady. She will always be remembered in the James Island Community by those who knew her.

Sincerely,

Ron Karst

Lynne Southwell

February 18, 2010

Dear Kip,Martha and Family,
We send our condolences. Our prayers and thoughts go out to the whole family.
Sincerely,
Jim, Lynne, and RJ Southwell

Jim and Elsie Clees

February 17, 2010

Our deepest sympathies to the Thomas
family on the loss of Win. We knew Win
and Bill from Harborview Presbyterian
Church and participated in many of her
skits and plays. It was a fun time for
us all. What a creative lady she was!
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

February 17, 2010

Dear Sandy and Family,

Larry Lauren and I send our condolences. What wonderful memories of your mom and such a full and wonderful life she has had. In her expression I see your lovely smile.Our thoughts and strength are sent to you and yours.
God Bless all.

The poiriers

Susan McFall

February 16, 2010

Sandy and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. How lucky you all are to have had this amazing woman as a wife. mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and how lucky she was to have all of you. Sincerely, Susan McFall

Anne Thornhill

February 16, 2010

Dear Mr. Thomas, Kip and Family: Mrs. Thomas was such a sweet lady and I have very fond memories of her and your family. I pray that God gives you the strength to remember the happy sweet lady she was!

Sue Baughman

February 16, 2010

Kip, Martha & Family,

There should be no sadness in this loss only joy of having such a wonderful Wife, Mother, Grandmother, & Friend. It sounds like she lived a very fulfilling life. Her spirit will live on in her Children & Grandchildren. Celebrate all those wonderful years that everyone has shared with her. My thought & Prayers will be with you.

Love You All

Laura Droege

February 16, 2010

Mr. Thomas, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Laura Droege

February 16, 2010

Kip and Martha,
So sorry for your loss. Ms. Thomas sounds like an incredible woman. Heaven is happy to have her. No pain or sorrow in that wonderful place. We will be praying for you all.
Sincerely,
Chris and Karen Hames

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