Thomas, Henrietta "Hanky" (Steiner), age 82, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, November 21, 2015. Hanky was born April 1, 1933 in Durham, Kansas to Frank and Agnes Steiner, one of 14 children. She attended nursing school at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita and worked there for over 30 years. She married Joseph Thomas, Sr. in 1954, and were blessed with four sons. They were married 55 years until his death in 2009. During her life she enjoyed camping, fishing, needlework, quilting, and spending time with her family. Hanky was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Joe, and their son Bradley. Those left to cherish her memory are sons Mike (Marilynn), Tom (Deidra), and Daryl (Susan); grandchildren, Monica, Zach, Clarissa, Trey, Travis, Sydney, and Cole; and great grandchildren Drake and Eve. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 24, from 6-8 p.m. and funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 25, at 10 a.m., both at Resthaven Mortuary. A memorial has been established at Hope Community Church, 1831 E. 21st St, Andover, KS 67002.
