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Obituary For Mrs. Deborah Thomas
Public viewing for Mrs. Deborah Thomas, 62, of Orangeburg, SC, will be held Friday, July 25, 2025, from 12-6pm.
Deborah Lynn Thomas, age 62, was born Deborah Lynn Bostick on August 30,1962 in Brooklyn, New York. She was the third of four children born to Willie Pearl (Hunter) Bostick and Ulysee Bostick. Deborah departed this life on July 11, 2025.
Deborah grew up in New York, where she attended school and completed her education by earning an Associate Degree in Business Administration. Deborah commonly called βDee-Deeβ by her family and childhood friends, was a kind, giving and fun-loving person. She enjoyed laughing, cooking and having a good time with family and friends.
Deborah met her husband Willie in New York. They were married for 31 years, living in Orangeburg, South Carolina, for most of their married life. She loved her husband and helped him raise her stepchildren.
Deborah leaves to mourn her memory her husband: Willie Edward Thomas Jr.; four stepchildren Barron Watson, Willie Edward Thomas III, Francina Thomas and Victor Thomas; two sisters Vera Elaine Bostick-Borden, Sandra Denise Jenkins, and one brother Travis Ulysee Bostick; four step-grandchildren, Corey Moore, Caila Moore, Cordell Valdez and Mildred Valdez; six brothers-in-law Kenneth Jenkins, Stanley Borden, Hydrick Thomas, Calvin Thomas, Eric Thomas and Vincent Thomas; three sisters-in-law Cheryl Thomas, Nanette Thomas and Jeanette Thomas and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends.
Mrs. Thomas passed away Friday, July 11, 2025, at MUSC Health-Orangeburg.
Family and friends may call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.simmonsfuneralhome.com
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I extend, my most sincerest condolences to the Bostick/Thomas families and our Pink Houses Family. π©·ποΈπ©·
Dee Dee was a joy to hang with, when we were coming up. Her voice and laughter, I shall never forget... We laughed at e'erything. I remember many times, Tanya and I, 'slipping' over to Bldgs. 3 & 4, to hang out with Dee Dee and Yolanda... Good times! π― π I will forever cherish the memories and Dee Dee shall be sorely missed. π May she rest, in sweet peace. ποΈ
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DeeDee I am in shock finding out just today on FB that you've transitioned. I know that God knows best. I'll always remember being at your house years ago having so much fun with you,your sisters,Lisa,Stacey and your beautiful loving mom. Gone,but never forgotten. Rest on beautiful with your mother forever. Love always Niecy Rudd from Pink Houses πβ€οΈππ½
I am holding onto your warmth, infectious laughter, and genuine wit since your transition. Although our family is not large (or, even medium in size); one thing we've never lacked is finding joy in one another. For as challenging as this moment is for all of us, I am content that you are no longer suffering and assured that you are at peace. Your spirit lives on and continue in peace my sweetest Auntie Dee-Dee! We love you!
Always, 'Riffe
You will always be in my heart and will cherish our memories, I'm truly grateful to have those to hold onto. Love DeeDee
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Heartfelt condolences π to Elaine, Sandy and Tracy on the loss of their beloved baby sister DeeDee. Keeping you all uplifted in prayer ππΎ for healing.
Love your forever sister and friend. Rosie
In times like this there is no words of comfort my family knows this all to well I just wanna tell my uncle Smokey keep ya head up I love you unk and to debra aka aunt DD you will be truly missed just take care up there until we meet again and tell my mother Sharon n grandma ruthell Dwayne,Stanley,keke,Furman and so many more we ain't forget bout them n kiss them for us love you auntie
Oh Aunt Deborah, I honestly cant find the words. We have some good memories and laughs I will never forget. You will forever be in my heart and will be missed. I love you auntie may your soul rest in peace.
DeeDee,You will be greatly missed by all who knew you. You'll be forever in our hearts. Until we meet again, Rest in peace. Much love.
Rest Well Lil Sis. Love your Big Sis Murielπ
You're always in my heart. Will miss speaking with you Dee-Dee
DeeDee rest in God.
Aunt Deborah we had some good laughs and long talks through the 30+ years that you've been a part of our family. You will definitely be missed .i have a lot of good memories to reflect on from New York to South Carolina we always kept in touch. No matter how many miles we were away it always felt like you were still in NY. May your soul forever rest in peace.
The beautiful thing about loving someone is as long as you do, it can never be taken away, even when that person passes away. Dear family may your memories of Dee Dee never fade and your love for her live on forever. SIPβDee Dee your battle is over now.
Dear Cousin, I am saddened by your passing, but I treasure all of your silliness you shared. You had a gift for making us smile and laugh. I especially loved your unique voice. Be at peace DeeDee. I pray you reunite with your lovely parents and other family. To her siblings, Elaine, Sandy & Tracy, I am so blessed to call you family, I love you all immensely.
My precious it's been so long since seen each other. I know that you fought an awesomely and I definitely can identify with your race. Just know that you will be missed, I love you and by His stripes you are now healed!!!β€οΈπβ€οΈ
My dearest baby sister may your spirit soar yo the heavens where you can reunite with our beloved parents. I will love you forever and ever! Big Sis
DeeDee You will be missed by all who loved you. Take your rest my cousin until we meet again. I love you
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