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Obituary For Mr. Byron Thomas
Byron Thomas
Tallahassee - Byron Thomas was born July 17, 1968 in Tallahassee, Florida. He later moved and lived with his parents and sister in Atlanta, Georgia from age one through completion of high school at Northside High School. Byron graduated from high school in 1987 and enrolled in Florida A & M University.
After FAMU, Byron remained in Tallahassee, where he began his professional career. He joined the Leon County Property Appraisers office in 2006 and remained employed with them until his death. In August 2020, Byron was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. On September 27th, Margo moved Byron to Jacksonville to be with their daughter's family as he transitioned with the help of his mom and hospice care. On October 2nd, Byron peacefully went home to be with the Lord.
Byron is survived by his devoted family - wife Margo of Tallahassee; daughter Antonia Agenor (Lovensky) of Jacksonville, mom Ocea Thomas of Atlanta; dad Lawson Thomas (Barbara) of Atlanta; sisters Lesley Thomas (LoRandy) of Atlanta; Amy Perkins (Monica) of Knoxville; aunts Jay Nutter of Hartford, Becky Pinney of Atlanta; grandchildren Alexander, Abigail and Lovensky Jr. of Jacksonville; in-laws Arlene Ellis (Namaan) of The Bahamas; James Sinclair of Birmingham; Lynette Richardson (Eric) of Valdosta; Randy Taylor of San Antonio, Nashad Ellis of Seattle; nephews Ryan Hill and Bryson Starks of Atlanta, Colin, Braeden and Rowan Sheppard of Knoxville; nieces Le'Andrea Ray, Cidavia Gardner (Jarious), Latazia Hepburn of Valdosta; Amelia Sheppard of Knoxville; grand-nephew Ryan Jr., Jarious Gardner, Jr., Avery Taylor; grand-nieces Rhyan Hill; Kemani Bivens, Raven Taylor, Jaci Gardner; cousins in Florida, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Connecticut; and a host of friends in Tallahassee and Atlanta.
Memorial Service will be 11:00 am Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Strong & Jones Chapel. Service may be viewed at Strong & Jones Youtube.
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Margo you have my deepest sympathy Will keep you uplifted in prayer doing this difficult time Dalphine
Margo you have my deepest sympathy I will keep you uplifted in prayer doing this difficult time You are such a nice and caring person Much Love Dalphine Clack
My heart goes out to Byron's family, sending my deepest sympathies. Byron had a heart of gold, and he was a good friend. May he rest in peace. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. -Rosalyn Nix
Byron fought a good fight, he kept the faith, he finished his course with dignity, grace and courage. His soul is with the angels. His spirit will live on in all who knew and loved him.
With deepest sympathy, Renee Kelly
Our sincere condolences to Margo, Lawson, Ocea, Barbara and all of Byron's family during these difficult times. Douglas Jones, cousin Judith Brown, friend of Lawson and Barbara
Sending our deepest condolences to the Thomas family... Praying that GOD strength us all... We are family๐๐พ๐๐พ The HILLS (Shay,Quanda,Rodney,T & memory of OD) Rest in the almighty arms UNCLE Byronโค
Continued prayers of peace and comfort to you and your family Margo.
KEEPING Y'ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS!! REST WELL BYRON
To The Thomas family.You have my deepest sympathy. A friend of Lawson,Cornell Andrews from Richmond Va.
Margo, Deepest Sympathies to You and Your Family during this difficult time. Praying God gives You comfort, peace, strength and understanding during this difficult time. Eternal rest grant to Byron O Lord; and let light perpetual shine upon him. May Byron's soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen
Margo,Ocea,Leslie and Lawson,my deepest sympathy to you all. I pray as the days pass that you will smile as you remember all he was to each of you. I loved my cousin Byron and I will miss him. May The Master Comforter Wrap His Arms around you all. With love and deepest condolences Mildred
Margo,
I'm very sorry about the loss of your husband! May God's Peace, Comfort, Strength and Wisdom for now and for the days ahead!๐๐พ๐๐พโค๏ธ
Cynthia White (Valdosta GA)
Margo have my deepest sympathies and condolences for Byron. I will continue to keep you and your family in prayers during this time of bereavement. May his soul rest in peace ๐๐พ
My prayers and condolences is extended to the family. May God continue to strengthen and comfort you during this time. -Domonique Sinclair &Family
Margo,
My prayers and support are with you in this challenging season of transition. Sending love to all those who knew and loved him.
Melinda
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
