Mamie Jo “Suga” Powell Griffin Thomas Obituary in Dalton at Willis Funeral Home

Obituary For Mamie Jo “Suga” Powell Griffin Thomas

MRS. MAMIE JO (“SUGA”) POWELL GRIFFIN THOMAS – Age 75, - Of Stone Mountain, Georgia and formerly of Dalton, Georgia passed away Monday, December 19, 2022. She was born August 4, 1947 to the late John Henry Powell and Alice Irene Mabery Cummings. She was preceded by her sisters, Myrtle (“Pooh”) Betton, Sylvine Powell, and Josephine Chaney, brothers, Larry (“Clyde”) Cummings, and John (“Sonny”) Powell. She was a member of Antioch Lithonia Baptist Church and a graduate of Emery Street School Class of 1965.

Survivors are her loving and devoted husband of twenty-five years, Morris Thomas; daughters, Davetta (Terrell) Williams, AyLisa Hicks, and Monica Griffin; grandchildren, Davis J. Griffin, Aaron Gadson, DeLisa Griffin, Devon Harris, Taylor Hicks, Kennedy Hicks, Raelyn Simpson; great grandchildren, Melissa Aikens, Winter Gadson; stepchildren, Angle (David) Williams, Gregory (Kimberly) Thomas, Cedric Thomas, Tess Holt; sister, Carolyn (“Honeychile”) Baker Beck Binns; special niece, Shelena (“Shelly”) Wilkins; goddaughter, Pastor Detria Anderson Smith; sisters-in-law; brothers-in-law; nieces, nephews, cousins; special friends, Terry Lott, Wanda Jackson, Pauletta McMullen, Carrie Banks; other relatives, and friends.

Homegoing Celebration will be on Saturday, December 24, 2022 at 1:30 P. M. at the Chapel of Willis Funeral Home, Inc. with Rev. Rodney Weaver as Eulogist. Her remains will lie in state at the funeral home on Friday after 11:00 A. M. Interment, West Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by Willis Funeral Home, Inc., 2011 Martin L. King, Jr. Blvd., Dalton, Georgia.

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Chantele Carr sent Peace Lily for Mamie Jo “Suga” Powell Griffin Thomas - December 23, 2022

To my Good Girlfriend, Davetta Williams! A mothers LOVE will guide you long after it is gone. Even if you can't see her, you know she is always there.
Love, Chantele

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Jennifer C Capers sent The Peace Lily for Mamie Jo “Suga” Powell Griffin Thomas - December 22, 2022

To My Sister Davetta Williams & the Family of Mamie Jo "Suga" Powell Griffin Thomas- Mom I will miss all your advice, guidance & love. Thank you. You will be miss. Love Jennifer C Capers

Prayers and Condolences to the family. M.A.Wells & Family

Chicago Family sending condolences to my cousins for your loss Love Renina

We, the Table family, will miss her wonderful attitude and smile. Love to the family. ❤️🙏🏾 RIP

To family god be with u. I am sorry for u loss. Sugar going to be missed . If u need anything call me 423 304 8373 this may your cousin. God bless the family

To the family,My deepest sympathy love all of yall Shawn Weaver Starns

Praying for the family and that God continues to cover them emotionally and spiritually. Michelle Carter & LT Dr. Ashley Noel Carter!

My heart ❤️ is saddened by the passing of my sister and friend. Praying that God to give you strength to carry on. Hold on to the beautiful memories she left behind. Love you all.Patsy McDade and Kaye Frances Moody Family.

Sending prayers 🙏 to the families. PASTOR CHARLES IS AND THE LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

Condolences to each of you. Praying that God will meet each of you where you are through His strength and comfort. 🙏🏾❤️
Min. Frances Pinckney Antioch Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church

Praying that God will meet each of you where you are through His strength and comfort. 🙏🏾❤️

To know you, is to love you! Your high spirit and infectious smile was always welcoming. May you rest in peace with our Lord and Savior. Sincerely, Shannon Wade-Christian

Shannon Wade-Christian

Mrs.Mamie I love you and I will miss you. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Love Teneka

We are praying MIGHTILY for the entire Family. Mrs. Mamie was indeed an inspiration and blessing to us all. She would encourage us so much, because she wanted us all growing up to be blessed & successful. May God strengthen you all, and may he comfort each of you. We Love You All, Dr. Jerry D. Jones Sr., Pastor MRBC.

Have Mercy, LORD JESUS!!! The Queen Chapel Independent Methodist Church Family extend our Heartfelt Love, PRAYERS, Peace, Comfort, and DEEPEST CONDOLENCES to The Precious Powell, Griffin and Thomas Family, Friend and Associates. Please know that The Queen Chapel Independent Methodist Church Family mourn with you and most definitely we will miss your Precious Loved One, Gone ... But Not Forgotten... RIH, The Late Sister Mamie Jo Powell Griffin Thomas.🌹🌹🌹 Precious LORD, Please Take Our Hand and Lead Us On!!!🙏💗✝️ Pastor Louise Young Harris and the Queen Chapel Independent Methodist Church Family, Kingston, GA