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Patricia Ann Thomas

Cary, MS, USA

January 2, 1954 - June 18, 2020

Jan 2, 1954 - Jun 18, 2020

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Patricia Ann Thomas was born to the late Ivola and Henry Rascoe on January 2, 1954, in Rolling Fork, MS. She was the seventh of the sixteen children. Patricia grew up in a Christian home and was a firm believer in the Lord. She gave her life to Christ at an early age. Patricia was a graduate of Rolling Fork High School, and it was there where her love for education began. Her zeal for God and Christian upbringing served as the catalyst for completing the purposes of God for her life.
As a teenager, Patricia was a talented and very astute young woman who was known for her infamous smile. As a young woman she enjoyed life and took advantage of opportunities presented to her to learn and grow. This passion for life and learning led her to attend Jackson State University, where she started a family legacy and tradition for her younger siblings and children. This legacy produced first and second-generation Miss JSU queens, band members, cheerleaders/tumblers, and much more.
On October 16, 1976, Patricia was united in holy matrimony to Alfred Odell Thomas Sr. Their union resulted in seven children. Patricia wore many hats during her life but considered her role as a wife and mother her highest priority. As a dedicated mother, Patricia gave her best to her children and family. Her heart for family encompassed her devotion to faithfully and wholeheartedly serve God, which she instilled in her children. Patricia was truly a kind and compassionate person that lived her life in full expression of the Proverbs 31 woman.
Patricia worked at the Cary Christian Center from 1978-1999. She started as a receptionist but moved on to become the bookkeeper and eventually became the Director of the Center. During her tenure there, she mentored many, taught an afterschool Bible class, and made many lasting friendships.
Patricia also spent time in ministry by singing in the choir and serving as an alternate Sunday School teacher at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of the late Rev. C. B. Smith. Patricia even managed to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Belhaven University, while still cultivating her gifts and love for God.
Patricia was an educator at South Delta School District where she would serve from 2000-2020. She managed to educate and mentor many students over the years, inspiring them to be entrepreneurs, financially aware, and productive citizens. She loved teaching and loved her students. She even served as a track coach! Patricia would go on to receive her Master of Education degree from Mississippi College. She eventually retired after 20 years of teaching, due to her battle with cancer.

Patricia continued her work in ministry as member of the House of Peace International under the leadership of Apostle Linda Sweezer. As a member, she was loved by her Pastor, First Man, and the entire House of Peace Worship Church International congregation from all locations. Patricia continued her dedication to education by earning her Bachelors in Theology from Grace through Faith School of Ministry at the church. Her faithfulness to the Lord was demonstrated in all that she dutifully and consistently did at her church. She was the Director of the Drama Ministry, Secretary at the Rolling Fork location of The House of Peace Worship Church International, member of the choir, the Senior Finance Ministry, Minister of the Gospel, Hospitality Ministry, Intercessory Prayer Team, Former Girly Girls Club Mentor, Site Supervisor for the summer program at the Church and a member who could be counted on at all times! Patricia even became an honorary member at Oakcliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, TX under the leadership of Dr. Tony Evans while receiving treatment away from home at MD Anderson Medical Center.

Patricia often expressed her greatest memories were her love and graceful moments she shared with family and friends who surrounded her. Even in her final days, she offered prayers and wise counsel to all those who she encountered. On Thursday, June 18, 2020, Patricia ended her time here on earth surrounded by family as God called his sweet daughter home and entered heaven to be with her Savior.
Patricia is survived by her husband Alfred Odell Thomas, Sr. and her children Alfred (Marshethe) Thomas Jr. of Greenwood, MS; Yolanda(Randy) Dandridge of Coldwater, MS; Betty Thomas of Collierville, TN; Marla(DeQuan)Lewis of Little Elm, TX; Patrice Thomas of Grand Prairie, TX; Arlisa Thomas of Jackson, MS; and Virgil Thomas of Detroit, MI. In addition by her grandchildren Dillion, Drew and Marley Lewis, by eleven of her siblings Finus Arthur Rascoe, Henrene (Neal) Sharkey, Oscar Gene Dixon, Hattie Willis, Brenda K. Rascoe, Rosie (Michael) Arnette, Henry (Madona) Rascoe, Annie Pelt (Cedric), Sterling (Janet) Rascoe, Keith (Candace) Rascoe and Barbara (Joe) Alston and She is also survived abundantly by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Patricia was preceded in death by four siblings Bernard, Raymond, Cornelious, and Leonard Rascoe.

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