On Wednesday, May 22, 2024, Cathy White Thomas, 65, of English Rd., Martinsville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at her residence. She was born May 13, 1959, in Chatham, Virginia to Lillie Mae Harris (Alphonzo Harris).
Cathy was preceded in death by her loving grandparents, John Henry and Venie Harris White; her great grandparents, Walter and Mable Harris; and one uncle, Neil Harris.
Cathy attended Northside High School in Gretna, VA, and Martinsville High School in Martinsville, VA. She was employed by Hanes Brand for over 20 years where she retired. Cathy was a faithful member of Calvery United Church of Jesus Christ under the leadership of the late Bishop Willie Doug Ingram, Sr. since 2000. While at Calvery, Cathy was a member of the Ushers Ministry, the Choir, and the Women’s Ministry.
Those left to cherish her memory include: her husband, Timothy W. Thomas of the home; her mother and stepfather, Lillie Harris and Alphonzo Harris of Martinsville, VA; two stepsons, Keon Thomas, and Devante Seay; one stepdaughter, Britany Atkinson; seven grandchildren; two sisters, Lydia A. Harris, and Michelle Harris both of Greensboro, NC; mother-in-law, Daisy Thomas of Martinsville, VA; cousin who Cathy loved as a sister, Felita Briggs of Greensboro, NC; and a host of other relatives, and friends.
A visitation service will be held on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. with the funeral service at 12 noon at Mt. Sinai Apostle Church of Christ in God, 7 Peters St., Martinsville with Bishop J.C. Richardson, Jr., Eulogist. Interment will follow at the Thomas Family Cemetery, Stella, VA.
A public visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville between the hours of 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Other times, the family will be receiving friends at the home, 222 English Rd., Martinsville from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Live streaming of the funeral service will be available at Hairston Funeral Home live via Facebook.
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Sharing in the transition of Cathy W. Thomas. I just found out about her death. Sympathy, Blessings and Love to the family. She was a beautiful person and I am so sorry that I just found out. Cherish the memories. Marguerite and Tim.
My condolences to Cathy's entire family. She will definitely be missed. Lifting up prayers.
RIP my dear sister. You were a true friend and you will be truly missed. My condolences to the family in this difficult time. Jessica Jones
Cathy was a sweetheart, sorry for your loss. Praying for the family🙏🏾. Love Annie Ferguson.
Condolences to the family, remembering a beautiful person always with such a sweet smile. God bless and grant you strength.
Shirley McCain and family
Sending healing prayers and comfort during this tough time. RIP my sister. You will always be missed and loved.
Jessica Jones
To the family of Sister Kathy , My prayers and through's are with you . Sister Kathy was always so nice to me I loved her and she loved me. I will always miss her. Mother Barbara and Elder W. Wimbish
Sending my condolences and prayers to the family.
(Continue) We will never forget our sister. You all will always be our family too.
Love, Keysha
My heart is broken over the loss over our dear Sister Cathy. Words truly cannot express.... 🕊️
She is with our Savior now, and knowing that gives me some comfort. 🙏🏽
Dear Family, please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. 🌹
Previous condolences. Betty and James Hairston
Our condolences and sympathy to the family. Cathy was truly a sweet person. Doing her sickness she never stopped praying for others. Will miss her dearly. To the family let the love of Jesus comfort you not only now but in months to come. Prayers for you all.
My condolences to the family
Cathy, will be missed by many family members and friends. That beautiful smile of hers will be missed. Prayers are being sent up to heaven for her family praying for strength during this difficult time. Love Victor and family!
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for Cathy's family.
To the Family, our hearts are broken with yours Cathy was a wonderful child of GOD Her beautiful smile was infectious Just knowing she had "That enternal Hope is enough to rejoice at this most humanistic difficult time
We Love you Standley and Priscilla Hairston
My condolences to the family Betty Gravely Burwell
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