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Vanessa Ann Thomas obituary

Vanessa Thomas of Alachua, Florida went peacefully to be with the Lord July 22, 2021. Vanessa had a kind and caring spirit. Vanessa was born on May 31, 1960 to Al and Wilma Schaufel. Vanessa graduated from Grayslake High School and went to Florida College where she met Douglas Thomas and a 38 year romance began. Doug and Vanessa were married on September 3, 1982 in Gurnee, IL.

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I remember all the good Chinese lunches we shared after services.
I remember all the good Chinese lunches we shared after services.

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Born

May 31st, 1960
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Got married to Doug Thomas

September 3rd, 1982
Gurnee, IL, USA
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Passed away

July 22nd, 2021
Alachua, FL, USA

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