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Fonda Lee Burdette Thomas

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Fonda Thomas Obituary

Thomas, Fonda Lee Burdette Daughter of late Dessie P Williams Burdette and late Raymond A Burdette, passed away on December 10, 2017 in her home in Lynwood, IL surrounded by her loving family. She was the loving wife of Ralph L. Thomas Sr. who preceded her in death. She is survived by her five daughters and two sons: Sandra K. Villa, Donna S. and Michael M. Bajorek, Debora A. Glorioso, Patricia J. and Scott L. Sierzega l., Regina L. Buglio, Morris R. Thomas, Raymond A. and Lisa A. Thomas and son, Ralph L. Thomas Jr. who preceded her in death. She is also survived by three sisters and one brother, Clora Jean and Jack Chavous, Linda and William Rudd, Carolyn and Jack Grubb, Rudy Burdette and brother, Virgil Burdette who preceded her in death. Fonda had 20 grandchildren: Jason, Joshua, Gregory, Robert, Renee', Jennifer, Jeffery, Tiffany, Scott ll, David, Michael ll, Deanna, Cassandra, Steven, Shea, Bryon, Corey, Jacob, Breanna, and Michele. She also has 24 great-grandchildren and two on the way. Fonda's hobby was scrap booking and making photo albums for all her children. She also love attending the movie theaters with her children. Being a homemaker gave her the opportunity to enjoy her hobbies and always being surrounded by those she loved. When I get where I'm going, there will be no tears. When I get where I'm going, don't cry for me down here. Faith Church, 100 W 81st Ave, Dyer, IN 46311 on December 16th, 2017 a memorial 10:00 a.m. Service at 11:00 a.m.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 14, 2017.
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My deepest condolences to your family during this most difficult time. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory, because those who pass on are precious in his eyes. - Psalms 116:15

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January 2, 2018

Loved my sister and will miss her very much. She was a great person and loved to hear her laugh.

Carol Grubb

Family

December 18, 2017

A loving mother who loved all her children. You our with our Lord Jesus, Lord and Savior.

Debora Gloriosoa

December 17, 2017

Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with the Thomas family during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14

David G Rich

December 15, 2017

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