J.E. Washington Funeral Services, Inc. - Youngstown

Obituary For Mr. Lawrence Thomas

Youngstown A homegoing celebration in honor of Mr. Lawrence Thomas will be held Friday, April 15, 2022 at 12pm at the Jaylex Event Center 2110 Glenwood Ave in Youngstown,OH. Mr. Lawrence Thomas, 73 transitioned peacefully into eternal life with family at Park Vista Nursing Home on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Lawrence was born on October 2, 1948 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of Harry and Lena Thomas. Lawrence was a 1967 graduate of South High School. He was enlisted in the US Air Force from August 5, 1968 until 1972. Among his jobs included U.S. Steel, Packard Electric, various maintenance jobs and he retired from YMCA. He was a sports enthusiast who enjoyed watching Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Indians. Larry also enjoyed holidays and spending time with his family. He leaves to cherish his memory; his son, William of Seattle; his siblings, Patricia Traylor, Arlene Mickel, Harry Thomas, Valerie Thomas, Vivian Penny (Ory), and Curtis Thomas (Theresa), all of Youngstown; a host of nieces, nephews, god children, and family and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter Alicia; his siblings, Dolores Mendenhall, Mildred Thomas, Clifford Thomas, and Kenneth Thomas. The family will receive friends Friday April 15, 2022 from 11-12pm at the Jaylex Event Center. Interment will be in Belmont Park Cemetery.

Guest Book

To the Thomas family I'm sorry for your loss in the passing of your brother Larry our deepest condolences we love you guys and you're in our prayers for Vanessa and Mr.Leroy Wiggins.

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Sorry to hear that you passed condolences to the family. Barbara Logan and the the Southerland family.

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Love you Brother, Evangelist Robinette Clark Gregory

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My longtime and dearest friend Larry, I will never forget sitting on the porch talking about everything with you, especially times just you and me,one, you allow me to pray for you and you said" you know I would not let anyone else do this," we laughed. I will miss you my friend and brother. Rest well.

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My Dearest Friend, Larry, I will miss you terribly. I will miss us sitting on the porch talking about some of everything for years, never forgetting about you graced me to pray for you, you saying, " you know I would not let no one else do this" we Lol! When no one else was around. Rest well my friend

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My uncle will be missed, the Thomas Family would like to thank everyone for their condolences 🕊

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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