Jerry Basil Thomas

1952 - 2016

Jerry Basil Thomas obituary, 1952-2016, Independence, MO

BORN

1952

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Newcomer's Noland Road Chapel

509 S Noland Rd

Independence, Missouri

Jerry Thomas Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 28, 2016.

Jerry B. Thomas was born to Alberta & Ellion A. Thomas Sr. on July 15th 1952 in Independence Missouri, where he lived his entire life, until he was called home on November 27th 2016.



He was educated in the Independence School District, where he attended Thomas Hart Benton Elementary & William Chrisman High School, where he was a member of the R.O.T.C.



As a youth Jerry became an employee of the Boys & Girls Club, of Greater Kansas City, Missouri. In later years, He became the Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Eastern Jackson County, where, as director, he organized holiday meals and many fund raising events for club members and needy families. He worked as director until he retired in 2003. He then, became a full time care provider for his mother & father.



In June of 1991 Jerry married Emma J. Lopez



He was preceded in death by his brother, Ellion A (Tony) Thomas Jr., his sister, Margaret P Thomas, his father Ellion A Thomas Sr. and his step-father Percy C Marshall.



He leaves to mourn his passing, his mother Mrs. Alberta Marshall, of the home. his step-children, David Lopez, Jovon Lopez, Jovonna Lopez, Antonia Lopez and a host of nieces and nephews.

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December 4, 2016

The Rev'd Mark McGuire

Rest eternal grant him, O Lord. Let light perpetual shine upon him. May Jerry's soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace and rise in glory. Amen.

December 3, 2016

The Rev'd Mark McGuire

Rest eternal grant him, O Lord. Let light perpetual shine upon him. May Jerry's soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace and rise in glory. Amen

December 3, 2016

Mark Hall

Jerry was my boss at the boys and girls club and a very dear friend. He made a huge impact on so many lives including my own. A great man and I will miss him greatly, Rest In Peace my friend

December 1, 2016

Amy Slater

I wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to you during this difficult time. I am here if you need anything!

November 30, 2016

Alversia Pettigrew

My thoughts and prayers are with the family in the loss of a great mentor to many!

November 30, 2016

Norma Johnson

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November 30, 2016

Tara Dettmer

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Newcomer's Noland Road Chapel

509 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64050

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