Elloise Thomas

Elloise Thomas, 91, of Montgomery, Alabama, passed away on July 18, 2026. She was born February 21, 1935, in Alabama, during the Depression—an era that shaped a generation with quiet resolve, deep gratitude, and a steady commitment to doing what needed to be done.

Throughout her life, Elloise carried herself with a faithful spirit and a strong work ethic that could be counted on in every season. She approached each day with purpose, offering consistency and care to those around her and meeting life’s demands with perseverance and dignity.

Elloise built a respected career as Office Manager at Genuine Auto Parts, where her diligence and reliability were evident in the way she served her coworkers and responsibilities. Her devotion to faith was also central to her life, and she was a member of Eastmont Baptist Church.

Elloise was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David E. Thomas; her daughter, Cynthia Thomas; her grandchild, Brad Benson; her father, William Ellis Parker; her mother, Ella Belle Mehearg Parker; her brothers, Harold Parker, Harmon Parker, Jeffie Parker, Billy Parker, and Charles Parker; and her sisters, Ida Belle Davis, Lula Mae Parker, Trudie Varner, Muriel Darnell, Myrtle Cardella, and Dixie Dean.

She is survived by her son, Michael D. Thomas (Pam); her daughters, Jeannie T. Eastman and Shaina Sprayberry; her grandchildren, Michael D. Thomas Jr. (Bailey), David E. Eastman, Sarah E. Betzler (Chris), and Meagan Helton (Steven); and her great-grandchildren, Brayden Shaner, Brionna Sprayberry, Braxton Harris, Madison Thomas, Michael Thomas III, Emma Thomas, Cooper Eastman, Oliver Betzler, Evelyn Betzler, Avery Betzler, Charlie Helton, and Amelia Helton, as well as her longtime friend, Ruth Guy.

Elloise's family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Gentiva Hospice for their wonderful care over the years.

Family and Friends Visitation will be held at Leak Memory Chapel, 945 Lincoln Rd, Montgomery, Alabama 36109, on July 22, 2026, at 10:00 am followed by a Celebration of Life Chapel Service at 11:00 am. Burial to follow in Greenwood Cemetery.