My mother was something else, she was the best cook around, right now she would be getting all her things together in the kitchen so she could start cooking all the great snacks for the holidays, she was full of special things, i can only guess Jesus needed a bridge player on his team, she was so full of love for her family, she never said anything bad about anybody, i will never get over her leaving us,or me , she always had a smile, and she always said when something was wrong this to will pass, Mom, I don't think this hurt in my heart will ever pass, it was great to have know you for 55 years,you were the best of the best,, daddy will never be the same with out you, i will always be looking for you in the wind, in chimes, in the stars, mother, momma, friend , I Will Always Love You   donald w thomas jr

Joanne you will be missed! God Bless you and your family. Dave, Alissa, Madison & Christian Fender

My sincere condolences to the family.  I will surely miss seeing Joanne and Donald sitting in their pew every week for Sunday mass.  My prayers are with you.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joanne was such a wonderful and dedicated teacher at RES.  Her students were blessed to have her.  As her coworker, we shared many good times -her smile and laughter were contaigous. She was truly a beautiful woman.  May God bless the family.  Thanks Joanne for all the good memories!

I don't even know how to put into words how much Joanne is going to be missed.  I have known Joanne since 1967 while Don Sr. was in Vietnam.  She was the most wonderful sister in law that turned into a sisterhood.  She gave wonderful advice and was so full of life and laughter. I will miss our monthly phone calls that was full of chatter and laughter.  My sincere condolences to the family during this difficult time.  My prayers are with you.

What a blessing Joanne was to those around her! We at RES truly enjoyed working with her. She was totally devoted to the education of her students.  May God be with the family during the loss of this special loving lady:)
Kay(Aloia)Huffman

My sincerest condolences to Mr. T & Foot. Mrs. T always had a wonderful smile to offer. She will be missed.

Once a Marine, always a Marine.  As Ronald Reagan said, "Some people spend and entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world.  But the Marines don't have that problem."  Semper Fidelis to a fellow woman Marine!

Joanne has been my wonderful friend for 35 years.  I can't express how very much I will miss her and her upbeat way of thinking and her kind thoughts about everyone.  She will be in my heart forever.

What a fun spirited lady!  I had the privilege of substituting for one of the 'bridge buddies'.  She was very patient while letting me fumble my way through the game.  She was so sweet to me about 2 months ago when I picked her up to take her and my mom to bridge.  I teased her about Don and she just beamed about how much he spoiled her and how much she loved him!  I was so taken by the feeling of 'young love'.   I pray your hearts will be filled with wonderful memories. She left smiles on the faces of people who got to know her.  What a wonderful gift to us!

Lyn Bucklew Cork

I feel so priveleged to have gotten the chance to meet Judy's amazing sister Joanne, she was truley a joy !!  To all the family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

At this time of sorrow may these truths sustain you ...JoAnne will always be as close as a memory, may our God of all comfort  be with you.  Your loss is shared by many friends who care and you're in our thoughts and hearts and in our every prayer. -

Joanne was a wonderful person.  My mother worked at RES for many years with her and she thought very highly of Joanne. I, too, worked as a substitute teacher at RES for several years and had the pleasure of meeting her and substituting in her classroom.  She truly was a dedicated teacher with great enthusiasm. I know she will be missed, but treasure the good times, the laughs, and the many memories.

May I offer my deepest condolence to Mr. T and Foot. Joanne was a wonderful lady and friend.  She always had a smile and a friendly word for everyone, she will be missed.

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Joanne Thomas

October 9, 1934 – October 10, 2011

McGilley Antioch Chapel

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