Sarah Patricia Thomas' Obituary
Sarah Patricia Thomas was born on December 18, 1948, to the late Fred Fitzgerald and the late Irene Marshall. She was one of 9 siblings. As a child, Sarah did not like her middle name, so they would call her Pat. She didn’t like that name either. It was like that into her adulthood, and if you called her by either name, she would give you a look that could kill.
Sarah loved to collect porcelain dolls, play Poker and Gin Rummy. She loved to draw, paint, color, cook, sing, dance and play her old-school music. She loved her some Al Green, Marvin Gaye and Smokey Robinson. Her favorite T.V. shows were the Honeymooners and Archie Bunker.
Her favorite colors were yellow and purple. Her favorite ice cream was chocolate. Sarah loved to decorate with such precision. Sarah worked in the nursing field for many years until she was hurt.
Sarah was a woman with such grace and elegance. She had a smile that would steal anyone’s heart and eyes that told a sad story yet sparkled brighter than the stars. She had a heart that was scarred, yet she loved so very hard. She was bold and bright and could light up any night.
Sarah was married to the late Charles T. Williams and had four children. Chante’, Thomas, Charles Williams Jr., Andre’ Williams, and Michael Williams. She later married James. D. Thomas Jr.
Sarah studied with Jehovah Witnesses and believed in the Resurrection.
"For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." -Romans 6:23
"If someone dies, will they live again? All the days of my hard service I will wait for my renewal to come." Job 14:14-15
“See, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they come to mind." -Isaiah 65:17
"But your dead will live, Lord; their bodies will rise— let those who dwell in the dust wake up and shout for joy— your dew is like the dew of the morning; the earth will give birth to her dead." -Isaiah 26:19
"But the meek will inherit the land and enjoy peace and prosperity." - Psalm 37:11
Sarah is survived by two sisters, Roslyn Johnson and Cornelia Ried; two brothers-in-law, Joseph Johnson and Bobby Ried; three children, Chante’ Thomas, Andre’ Williams, and Michael Williams. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Sarah will be deeply missed and is greatly loved. Sarah you will always be remembered.
A funeral service will be held at Boza & Roel Funeral Home on Sunday, August 29th, at 3:00pm. The family will receive visitors two hours prior, from 1:00 to 3:00.
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