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Reverend Walter Benson Thomas

Passed 04/15/2025

Obituary For Reverend Walter Benson Thomas

Reverend Walter Benson Thomas, a resident of Montgomery, AL, passed away on April 15, 2025. The funeral service will be held Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Morning Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, 1309 Edgar D. Nixon Avenue, Montgomery, AL, with Pastor Carl L. DeHaney, Jr., officiating. Interment will follow at Cannan Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, 2377 Butler Mill Road, Montgomery, AL with the staff of E. G. Cummings Memorial Funeral Home directing. Visitation will be Friday, April 25, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Memorial Service will begin at 6:00 p.m. Reverend Thomas will lie in repose one hour before the funeral service at the church.


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Benson taught many chaplains and educators during his decades of pastoral care and education ministry. He advocated for others, shared wisdom and reason during ACPE and REM meetings. He will be missed. Praying for his beloved wife Mable and family.

Gale Kennebrew

Rev. Benson Thomas was a great mentor and big brother to me during my CPE educator training. Praying for Mabel and the family. God loves you best Man of God.

Vivian Smith-Fountain

My condolences to the family of Revered Thomas. He was one of the great Pastors that we had at Good Shepherd Baptist Church in Petersburg Virginia. Take your rest Rev. Thomas man of God.

Diane Smith

The memories of his light, energy and words still impact my ministry and supervision. May his rest bring the Peace and Comfort of God's Presence to you, Family.

Rev. Ardella Gibson

The Lassiter family shares your grief. I also celebrate his life and legacy in love for his dedication to the word of God. I have been greatly blessed by pastor Thomas' words of wisdom. To all members of the late Pastor W Benson Thomas family, thanks for sharing him with us. Charles

Charles Lassitwr

To: Mable and Kenney. Hold to the memories. With Love and Prayers Hessie, Tracy and Walley Smith.

Hessie Smith-Moore

I am thankful that I had the opportunity to meet and be in the presence of Rev.Thomas. He was instrumental to my process to become a CPE Educator. I will forever be grateful. May peace and healing be with you Mabel and family. In thanksgiving for his life, Rev. Dr. Sheila McNeill

Rev Dr Sheila McNeill

In loving memory of Pastor Benson, Pastor Benson was a man of unwavering faith, deeply rooted in his love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I had the honor and privilege of being his pastor for over two years plus, although truth be told, it often felt as though he was shepherding me. He carried with him a spirit of humility, a sharp intellect, and a heart devoted to serving the people of God. Pastor Benson and Lady Benson left an indelible mark on the lives of the Shiloh Baptist Church family. Their presence was a gift, and their service reflected the very essence of Christ's love. As a younger pastor, I gleaned wisdom from his life, his walk, and his steadfast commitment to the Gospel. His quiet strength and faithful witness will forever be etched in my heart and the Shiloh family. Sleep on Pastor Benson, by the grace of God, I'll see you on the other side where there will be no more troubles and the troubles of this world will all be over. No more aging, no more moving, no more health problem, everyday will be howdy and never good by. I will see you on the other side, until then, much love in Christ. Gregory Christopher, Retire Pastor

Gregory Christopher, Retire Senior Pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church, Tacoma, WA

I extend my family's sincere condolences to Sister Mable Thomas and Famiky for the going home of Rev. Benson Thomas. Rev. Benson gave me a rare chance as an international Resident Chaplain at Carraway from Kenya in 2000, became not just my CPE Supervisor, but a firm Older Brother I never had, mentored and guided me to pursue further education at age 56+ to become who I am today because he believed in me. May The flame 🔥 of his legacy live on across the globe. We shall surely miss you Brother Benson. May your soul RIEP DR. Penny

Dr. Penny Njoroge

Ken, Our deepest condolences on the loss of your father. Please know Vickey's Sister Circle is holding you and your family in our hearts during this time.

Sister Circle

We are praying for Sis. Mable and the Thomas family. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal. Isaiah 35:10 Pastor H.L. Thomas Hamilton Chapel Baptist Church Frisco, Texas

Pastor Henry Thomas

Benson was a sensitive chaplain and supervisor. May memories of him bring comfort.

Deborah Whisnand

So sorry to hear of Benson's passing. He was a good chaplain and supervisor. Bob

Bob Morris

Condolences to the family during this time.

Cynthia

Sincere condolences to the family. May he rest in peace.

German Family in Arlington, TX

During this difficult time, I pray that God will hold you close to His heart, where He can feel your deepest loss. May your memories bring you comfort.

Hattie Bonner

So sorry for your loss you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers 🙏🏾

Carnita Wesson

My deepest condolences and prayers to the family! Good Shepherd Baptist Church, Petersburg Va 23803

Patricia Wade

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

E.G. Cummings Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. | Montgomery, AL

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