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George Lee Thomas

07/22/1948 - 01/29/2022

Obituary For George Lee Thomas

George Lee Thomas 73, of E. Church St., Martinsville, VA, departed this life on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at SOVAH Health-Martinsville. Born in Virginia on July 22, 1948, the son of the late Pearl Price Thomas.

In addition to his mother, George was preceded in death by one brother, John Henry Thomas: and two sisters, Mary Wright and Elbert Cook.

George was a member of Reach Out Apostolic Tabernacle. He was a United States Army Veteran and retired from Blue Ridge Health & Rehab Center.

Those left to cherish his memory include: his wife, Claudius Townsend Thomas of the home; one son, Christopher Lee Thomas of Richmond, VA; one brother, William David Thomas of Martinsville, VA; two sisters, Helen Wright of Rocky Mt., VA and Elsie Cook of Martinsville, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 4, 2022, at 12 noon at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home with Bishop Lorenzo Hall, Eulogist. Burial will be private. Viewing will be held on Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. In accordance with the CDC, a face covering, and social distancing is required. All other times, the family will be receiving friends at the home, 1151 E. Church St., Apt. 17A, Martinsville, VA. Between the hours of 2 p.m. till 4 p.m., and 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. The family ask that when visiting the home that you please observe all CDC guidelines.

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I want to offer my condolences to Chris and Aunt Claudius. My Daddy, Sherman Bennett "Bear" Thomas loved Uncle Dum Dum dearly and he too will be dearly missed. Love you Family, Nee-Nee Thomas-Irving & the Broady Family.

Lee will always be a constant reminder whenever I visit my mother in-law, knowing that the chair where he sat will be empty. Love you Thomas family Willis and Nyora

Dear Heavenly Father, We come to you on behalf of the Thomas family. They need you at this time of sorrow and loss. We know that at times like this we often find it difficult to feel your presence. We do take comfort in knowing that your promises are sure that you will not forsake your own. When they are hurting please draw them closer to you. Thank you for giving them your strength. Help them, dear Lord, to remember the blessings they have enjoyed in their lives. Prince of Peace, we give you praise and glory and in your name we pray. Amen. The Suydan Family(Pearl and Lester) sends their condolences on the the loss of your loved one.

We are sorry to hear of your Loss, Sending condolences and a Heartfelt prayer that God's loving presence will bring Comfort to the Family. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President.

Sending prayers and our condolences to the family. Love you Mike and Dedee Cook

May God give you strength and peace that surpasses and keep you in His care. Psalms 46. God is your refuge and strength. Love you Deacon William and Ella Stocckton

Sending you all our sincere deepest condolences and prayers love, Sister Goodie Wright and family

Sending y'all my deepest condolences and prayers love y'all Sister Goodie Wright and family

Sending love, prayers, and our sincere condolences to the family. Love, Dawn (Stultz) & Rik Vaughn

Carolyn, Steven, Daniel , Latoya Martin and family

Carolyn and the Martin family sends their condolences to Aunt Claudia and cousin Chris.We send you Love and praying for God to give you strength. We will miss Uncle Lee.

The Hall family will continue to lift Claudia and Chris Thomas and the entire Thomas and Townsend family up in prayer. We love you.

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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