MR. CLARENCE THOMAS, JR. Crowley - Clarence Thomas Jr. was born on August 2, 1950 to Clarence Thomas Sr. and Gloria Lee Trahan Thomas in Lafayette, Louisiana. He was raised by his uncle and aunt: Vincent Wilkins and Clara Wilkins. At the age of 70, he heard the voice of God say on this day, October 24, 2020 your suffering is over and you may now enter a peaceful sleep.

Clarence received Christ and was baptized a very young age. He was a faithful member of Israelite Baptist Church until his illness. He was a member of the Deacon Board and a member of the Male Chorus for many years. He was 1969 graduate of H.C. Ross High School.

Clarence worked in the oilfield for many years with Western. He later worked for Angelle Concrete, Inc., Wal-Mart, and to keep busy he worked with the City of Crowley Pest Control.

Clarence married the love of his life, Maria Amy Grace Thomas and to this union three beautiful children were born: Derriean Denise, Tiffany Tarene, and Christopher Collins.

He was a member and officer of Masonic Lodge #48 here in Crowley for many years and was crowned Mardi Gras King. Clarence enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, siblings, cousins, and friends. He could frequently be seen at a local donut shop in the mornings bonding with friends. Although, Clarence was very stern and adamant about his opinions, he would do whatever necessary to help those in need.

Clarence leaves to cherish his precious memories, his children: Derriean Denise Thomas, Tiffany Tarene Shine, and Christopher Collins Thomas Sr. his wife Karen Marie Thomas; six grandchildren: Joshua Dale Thomas, Jaiden Jace Rudd, Taliah Renee Hollier, Ashley Noel Hollier, Christopher Collins Thomas Jr., and Ashton Michael Thomas; one great grandson: Harlem Damien Williams; six brothers: Henry Joseph Thomas and wife Connie Pundy, Donald Ray Thomas, James Patrick and wife Julie Thomas, Raymond Paul Thomas, David Lee Thomas, and Kermit Keith Pickens; eight sisters: Mary Glenn and husband Billy Beverly, Brunella and husband John Savoy, Rosa Marie Clement, Camelia Bias, Gloria and husband Mukhtar Umar, Diana Martin, Linda and husband Gene Wilson, Venita and husband Lee Randy Doucet; and 2 aunts: Ivory Lee Solomon and Rita Martin.

He was preceded in death by his lovely wife: Maria Amy Grace Thomas; his parents: Clarence Thomas Sr. and Gloria Lee Trahan Thomas; and his guardians: Vincent Wilkins and Clara Wilkins. Clarence will be sadly missed by all who loved him.

** Please be advised we will adhere to the safety measures and precautions provided by the state of Louisiana due to COVID-19. Masks are required for those who will be in attendance. ** Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 577 N. Avenue C, Crowley, LA, (337) 514-5217, is in charge of arrangements.