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Obituary For Mrs. Shanta "Shonnie Bell" Thomas

Farrell A homegoing celebration in honor of Mrs. Shanta L. Thomas will be held Monday, October 31, 2022 at 11am at Greater Mt. Zion COGIC 1825 Roemer Blvd in Farrell, PA. Mrs. Thomas departed this life October 26, 2022 in Farrell, PAn Woods in Farrell, PA. She was a 1995 graduate of Farrell Area School District and 1996 graduate of the Shenango Valley School of Business, where earned an Associates Degree in Business. After her graduation she began her employment at Lincare, formally Healthcare Solutions where she was employed for 25 years.

Shonnie was very committed to her family friends and her community. She enjoyed supporting her children and their activities, such as the Farrell Girls Volleyball and Basketball Boosters , where she worked faithfully in the concession stands.

Shonnie loved to cook and spend quality time with her family, especially Montana her grandson, and let’s not forget making sure that her hair was always on point.

She is survived by her mother, Wanda J. Bell;, her husband, Matthew Thomas of Farrell, PA; her three loving children, Marshaun Hyman, Quaraun Thomas and Damerra Thomas, all of Farrell; her grandson, Montanna Hyman and her granddaughter Anaeya Marshai Thomas , due December 2022; her siblings, Demond (April) Bell, Dontae (Ashley) Bell, Pamela (Tyrone) Lampkins, Dion Eliam, Sr., Jalissa Woods and Jamaar Rice-Woods; her grandfather, Terry (Faye) Bell; her godfather, Rev. T. James Harrison; her godmother Laura Blue; her best friend/sister, Ronalda Brown; her favorite cousin/sister, Nikeesha (Carvel) Austin; a host aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews , other relatives and dear friends. Shonnie was preceded in death by her father; her grandmothers, Anna M. Snow, Hortense Woods; her great-grandmother, Flossie M. Currie, and her grandfather, Andrew Woods. Friends may call Sunday October 30, 2022 from 4-6pm at the church and on Monday from 10-11am at the church. Interment will be in Brookfield Cemetery.

Guest Book

Shanta where do I begin, you are such a beautiful person and you were my mentor,my boss and most importantly my friend. You are and will always be such an amazing woman and mother and friend. I always will and always have respected you so much and I miss you so very much and our deep conversations. I love you so much. My prayers goes out to all your family and my deepest sympathy goes out to your whole family. You truly will be missed so much.-Heather Payne

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Shanta where do I begin, you were my mentor,my boss and most importantly my friend. You are and will always be such an amazing woman and mother and friend. I always will and always have respected you so much and I miss you so very much and our deep conversations. I love you so much. My prayers goes out to all your family and my deepest sympathy goes out to your whole family. You truly will be missed so much.

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Praying for you and your loved ones in your sorrow. May it comfort you to know others care. In every prayer they ask God to bless you with courage to bare the sorrow that now fills your heart. Getting through this time may be difficult so let those around you help to ease the pain of your sadness. In sympathy this thought and prayer that God will keep you and your loved ones always in His care. May you find comfort in God's mercy and peace in His love. "...the God of love and peace shall be with you." II Corinthians 13:11. Apostle Patricia A. Tatum, President, Officers and members of the Shenango Valley Interdenominational Clergywomen's Alliance.

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Praying for you in your sorrow and extending heartfelt sympathy as we trust in God's promises. He promises us comfort for our sorrow and courage for each day. Strength to face this journey and His Word to light our way. Although we may not understand, He promises His peace will fill our hearts and His love will hold us gently in the hollows of His hand. May the peace of God's promise offer help to ease your grief today. And may He always be beside you as you go along life's way. "...the God of love and peace shall be with you." II Corinthians 13:11. Prelate Bishop Martha J. Sanders, Pastor, Bishop Sallie M. Saunders, Co-Pastor, Rev. Deborah Lewis-sanders, Chief Elders, Hour of Power Full Gospel Tabernacle Church Family.

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Wanda and family sorry for your loss. A star has fallen but an angel is rising to continue her work. She will always be in the heart of so many. Karen Leak-Lewis

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I am just at a loss for words but my girl is free from the pain💔💔 I love you forever Shonnie! My prayers to her children and the entire family! Crystal Harper

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My condolences to the family

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I am shocked and so sorry to hear of Shanta's passing. A truly wonderful person. My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to her family. Rest In Peace Shanta. You will TRULY be missed by all!! Jeff Morgan

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I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sorrow. Paula Adair

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Our deepest sympathy to Demond and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. TSH Housekeepers

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Cousin Shonnie...you always knew how to keep the laughter in the family! Smiled all of the time as well. I'll always love and miss you forever cuz... <3 -Carvell Austin III

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My deepest condolences and prayers. I was in shock when I heard of Shanta's passing. She will be missed. I ask the Lord to wrap you all in His loving arms.

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My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.. Shonnie may your soul always be at peace.. 💔 Elizabeth Dixon

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Our deepest sympathy to her children, family and close friends! Shonnie Bell was light on a dark day for many!! We will miss her dearly!

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From the Snow/Kidd Family.

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I worked with her, she was a wonderful mentor, teacher, supervisor and friend. She will truly ve missed. Chris Farnsworth

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I worked with her, she was a wonderful mentor, teacher, supervisor and friend. She will truly ve missed. Chris Farnsworth

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I worked with her, she was a wonderful mentor, teacher, supervisor and friend. She will truly ve missed. Chris Farnsworth

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I worked with her, she was a wonderful mentor, teacher, supervisor and friend. She will truly ve missed. Chris Farnsworth

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I worked with her everyday, she was a wonderful mentor, teacher and supervisor. She will trully be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, Chris Farnsworth

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I worked with her everyday, she was a wonderful mentor, teacher and supervisor. She will trully be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, Chris Farnsworth

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My sincere condolences for the family. She has always. Been close with my family. She will be missed. Rise in power Shanta. Yalonda Moncrief-Henry

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My deepest condolences to the family at this time the lord has taken another good soul my condolences to the family

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My deepest sympathies and condolences to the family of Shonni Bell Thomas. Earth has no sorrow that Yah cannot heal. My prayers of comfort and strength.

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My sweet girl...your smile lit up a room. You will always be remembered as one of my girls. Godspeed, baby girl. May God's peace surround you all and I pray you feel the love radiating from Shanta to you. Love and a hug. Miss Connie Moore

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Condolences to the Family of Shonnie Bell. You are in our hearts and prayers. I pray for comfort and strength in your time of need. ❤️🙏🏾 The Pierce Family

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So sorry to hear of Shanta transition. Praying for the Family. Overseer Flora Newby

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I'm so saddened to hear of Shonnie's passing, such a beautiful person. Wanda and family you my sincere condolences and prayers❤️

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Forever in our hearts 💕 condolences to her family 😢🕊️ May God continue to give you comfort in this most difficult time🕊️🕊️🕊️

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May you all be raised in the hands of the Lord in this time of sorrow. Shawnie had an infectious smile and love for life, especially her children and grands. Rest in heaven 🙏🏽💜

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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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