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Obituary For Rev. David Lee Thomas
Rev. David Thomas, 94, of Phenix City, AL Friday, February 24, 2023, God called his faithful servant home for eternal rest in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. EST, Friday, March 3, 2023 at Franchise Missionary Baptist Church, Phenix City, AL with Dr. Raymond Cochran, pastor and Pastor Noble Williams, eulogist. Interment will follow in Green Acres Cemetery, Columbus, GA. Visitation will be Thursday, March 2, 2023 from 12-5 p.m. EST with a family hour from 3-5 p.m. EST.
Reverend David Lee Thomas was born on April 21, 1928, in Dawson, Georgia to the late Bill Thomas and the late Eva Gammage. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Wiley Williams and John Thomas; two sisters, Willeva Thomas and Leola Thomas. He received his early education at Helen Gurl in Parrott, Georgia. He worked for Bickerstaff Brick Yard in Phenix City, AL, Howard Bus Line, Southern Foods, and Dr. George S. Whatley.
David Thomas accepted Christ at an early age and joined Jackson Grove Baptist Church, in Parrott, GA. He then joined the Greater Mount Zion Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. JC Cook. Throughout his years of serving the Lord he has remained a member under the leadership of Rev. Noble Williams.
Rev. Thomas accepted his calling into the Ministry, and he completed Christian Theological Seminary School on March 22, 1974. He has served as Pastor at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Seale, AL from 1975-1985, Cross Road Baptist Church, Seale, AL, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Phenix City, AL, and he retired from the Mount Olive Baptist Church, Fortson, Georgia, after faithfully serving for 32 years. He was a member of the National Baptist Convention, USA and many other influential religious organizations.
Throughout his life he was known for his melodious voice while singing with The Rising Four, and the Five Trumpets, the latter of which he was an original founding member. The group has been known to the quartet community for 65+ years.
Rev. Thomasβ favorite gospel group was Willie Banks & The Messengers, and he enjoyed Fishing for Crappies. He leaves to cherish his loving memories, his darling wife of 70 years whom he affectionately called βDEAR & MRS. Tβ, Mrs. Annie Thomas; one sister, Elizabeth Robinson of Philadelphia, PA; two sons: Reginald D. Raleigh (Cindy Ann) of Smith Station, AL, and Charles E. Raleigh (Cynthia) of Columbus, GA; two daughters: Valeria Cosby (Rufus) of Columbus, GA, and Talethia Davison (Leon) of Columbus, GA; 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; a special son, Ron Jackson of Columbus, GA; two nieces, Margaret Higgins of Atlanta, GA and Diane Hill of Columbus, GA; one nephew, Calvin Murphy of Atlanta, GA; special family friends, Bobby and Mildred McCalister of Jacksonville, FL, Jessie and Carolyn Richards of Columbus, GA, and Marion and Miriam Que of Dawson, GA. Rev. Thomas leaves behind an uncountable number of family, friends, and people that he has touched with his life of love.
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Rhona Bray sent Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for Rev. David Lee Thomas - March 02, 2023
We love you Mrs. Thomas! Our deepest condolences! Rhona Bray & Family
Frederick Day sent The Peace Lily for Rev. David Lee Thomas - March 01, 2023
In Loving Memory of Rev Dr David L Thomas
Frederick Day and Family
My condolences to the family.
Having met Pastor Thomas years ago when I served as chairman of the Mt. Calvary Baptist Association Brotherhood. I knew him to be a respectful gentleman and an accomplished gospel singer.I had the opportunity to fellowship with him just a few months ago. I ask that his family to accept my most sincere condolences.
Peace and comfort to the family,truly a wonderful man,With deepest sympathy:Carlton,Lyra Scooter,Haley and Lealani Williams
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, we thank you for sharing Rev. Thomas with us. He will be greatly missed by us all at ZHBC. Eric and Jacquelyn Meadows
REST EASY PAW PAW THANK U FOR EVERYTHING
Our thoughts andππ½ goes out to MrsThomas & Family . So sorry to hear of Mr.j Thomas passing a very friendly Preacher & good singer. We've song with the Five Trumpets on many programs .That Tenor voice will definitely be missed.Sing on Rev.Thomas & preaching God word we know that Heaven has gain an angle.The Bryant Sisters of Opelika Al.
Our Father of Peace comfort you Auntie and the family of our beloved Uncle David. And we are comforted in Him who makes no mistakes and He who said "I(Jesus) go to prepare a place". His mansion was ready. His sweet spirit, welcoming smile and kind words will be forever treasures in our heart. Lillie Wyatt
To Sister Thomas and the entire Thomas family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sadness. Rev. Clent and Family.
Prayers to the family, we pray for Devine comfort and His peace to rest, rule and abide over the family during this of Heavenly transition. He will be missed my many. Dr. & Rev. Harris ZHBC.
My thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family and the entire Mt. Olive Baptist Church family. I had the privilege of designing and creating programs and calendars for Mt. Olive; working with Sister Beverly and Sister Dot. I always enjoyed Pastor Thomas preaching and singing. He is greatly missed by everyone that God placed in his life! The Church is definitely, in Mourning!
Prayers π for the family from Linda Miles and family
Prayers π for the family from Linda Miles and family
Prayers π for the family from Linda Miles and family
Our sincerest condolences to the family. David and my mom (Bill) spent many years growing up together in Parrott, GA. We spent a wonderful time with the family in 2013, blessings on blessing. Ann, you and the entire family are in our prayers, Bertha (Bill) Richardson, Elaine Billups and Shelia Graham
Sincere condolences and prayers to the Thomas family. Truly Gods soldier has fought the good fight! I will always remember his beautiful smile, sweet spirit and most of all his singing. I always told him when we spoke that I'm Rev. Courtney Davis niece and he would give me a big smile. God bless you all and strengthen you during this time. Sincerely, Regina Mitchell (GMZ)
You are in our thoughts and our prayers as you grieve your loss. God bless you and keep you close in your time of sadness. from the Wyatt & Howard family,(Mount Olive Baptist Church sale, Alabama)
Thanks so much we send our Condolences and Sympathy to the Thomas family in this time of dispear and grief. On behalf of the entire Russum family we thank the late Reverend Thomas for always being there for us since our arrival here in 1999. Rest in Everlasting Peace
My prayers to the family and friends. Mary F, CPD
My condolences and prayers with the family.Victoria Griffin.ππ½ππ½ππ½
Prayers of comfort for the family during this time of bereavement. Pastor David and Lady Thomas were very instrumental in my marriage and ministry. Pastor W.G. & Evangelist DeTamera Perkins
To the family of Rev. David Thomas. Our sympathy to you. Rev. Thomas married us at St. Paul CME Church in Crawford Alabama 42 years ago. David and Cynthia Dianne Austin Fort Wayne, Indiana
Our hearts was sadness when we heard about the pasting of one of God's great preach. The family have our condolences and prayers. He was out dear friend my mother Mrs. Nathan and I song with him and his group on many occasions. Thank God for the service he tends to God people. Pastor and Lady Poncedeleon Johnson
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