Allen, Bernice M. (Thames)

Cape Carancahua, Texas

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics): Bernice M. Allen, 85, of Cape Carancahua, died Thursday, July 11, 2002.  She was born Oct. 25, 1916, in Houston, to the late Davis F. and Ida Sharp Thames.  She was a homemaker and member of First United Methodist Church.  Survivors:  daughter, Terry Downing of Bandera; son, James W. Allen III of Houston; sister, Virginia C. Fried of Houston; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.  Preceded in death by: husband, James Allen Jr.; and parents.  Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at First United Methodist Church in Palacios.  Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152.  Memorials:  First United Methodist Church, 209 Lucas Avenue, Palacios, Texas 77465.

Aultman, James K. Polk

Macon Daily Telegraph, Macon, Georgia, May 2, 1922

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics): James K. Aultman died at 11 o'clock yesterday morning at Bonaire, Ga.  His death was sudden.  He was 70 years of age and was born and reared in Houston County.  Surviving are his wife, four sons and three daughters, also a brother and two sisters.  Mr. Aultman was a well known planter.  The funeral and interment will take place today at Union Church, in Crawford County.  Note:  This is Little Union Primitive Baptist Church on Union Church Road.  Polk was actually 73 years old at his death basedon his death certificate.  He was born October 8, 1848.  He married Alice Thames in Bibb

Bagnal, Nina (Thames)

Florence, Florence County, South Carolina, September 15, 2001

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  FLORENCE -- Nina Thames Bagnal, 86, window of Robert L. Bagnal, died Sunday at her home in Florence.  Born Sep. 19, 1914, in Manning, she was a daughter of the late Patrick and Jesna Tobias Thames.  She was a retired bookkeeper for Burgess-Brogdon in Sumter, a member of Dawsey United Methodist Church in Florence, and the Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW.  She is survived by two daughters, Mary Snowden and Agnes Polk, both of Florence; two sisters, Ada Carraway of Manning and Bertha Lowrimore of Sumter; four grandsons; two granddaughters; 10 great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday in the chapel of Stephen Funeral Home in Manning.  Burial will follow in Wilson Unon United Methodist Church Cemetery.  Nephews will serve as active and honorary pallbearers.  The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Monday at Stephens Funeral Home in Manning.  Memorials may be made to House of Hope, 1020 W. Darlington Street, Florence, S.C. 20501 or a charity of one's choice.  Stephens Funeral Home of Manning is in charge of the arrangements.

Banks, Robert Keith

Shreveport Times, Shreveport, Louisiana

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Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  FRIERSON, LA - Funeral services for Robert Keith Banks, 32, will be held at 2:30 p.m., Thursday, June 5, 2003 at Rose-Neath's Southside Chapel. Officiating will be Reverend Jerry Dean of United Pentecostal Church. Interment will follow in Rose-Neath Cemetery, Bossier City, LA.  The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 4, 2003 at the funeral home.    Mr. Banks was born January 28, 1971 in Bossier City, LA and passed away Sunday, June 1, 2003 in Shreveport, LA after a fatal auto accident.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Cheryl Banks and father, E. B. Banks.  Mr. Banks is survived by his mother, Peggy Ramsey; son, Brandon Thames; daughter, Devin Banks; brothers, Michael Edwin Banks, Russell Glenn Banks and Monte Tracy Banks and numerous nieces and nephews.

Cason, Macie (Timms)

The Anderson Independent, Anderson, South Carolina, 1999

Submitted by Chandra Christian

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Starr, S.C. - Macie Timms Cason of 1201 Farmer Road, died Thursday, Jan. 28, 1999, at her home. Born in Belton, she was retired from Orr Mill and a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church.  Surviving are sons, James Cason of Belton, and Bobby Cason of Anderson; daughters, Gertrude Ford Rowland and Ruby C. Shiftlett, both of Anderson, and Louise C. Porter of Starr; brother Henry Timmsof Belton; sisters, Edith Chapman and Elsie Chapman both of Belton.; 22 grandchildren, 47 great grandchildren; 38 great-great-grandchildren; 24 great-great-great-grandchildren. She was the widow of Henry Summers Cason and was the daughter of the late George Washington and Luna Hannah Timms. She was preceded in death by a son, Paul Cason. Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the McDougald Funeral Home; burial will be in the New Silverbrook Cemetery.  Clipping from newspaper, no date (died January 1999).

Crawford, Elma (Thames)

The Marion Standard, Marion, Alabama, December 30, 1910

Submitted by Dale E. Dodson

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  DEATH OF MRS. E.D. CRAWFORD - Relations and friends have been notified of the death of Mrs. E.D. Crawford which occurred at her home in Vandorn, near Demopolis Christmas morning. Her death was a result of pneumonia. The family home was recently burned and exposure during the fire is attributed as the cause of her death. The remains were interred at Prairieville. Mrs. Crawford was the daughter of the lamented John Thames and was born and raised in this county. She leaves a husband and three little children and has a number of relatives in this county.

Davey, Ina Ionie

Friday, March 11, 2005

Submitted by Julie Thames Howell

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  DEATH OF MRS. Ina Ionie Davey - Mrs. Ina Ionie Davey of Apopka, Florida passed away Friday, March 11, 2006. She was 88. Mrs. Davey was born in Manchester, Jamaica on September 3, 1916. She was a member of Rolling Hills Moravian Church. Mrs. Davey was preceded in death by her husband, George W. and son George N. She is survived by sons, Lessany Davey of Maidstone, Jamaica, Austin Davey of Mandeville, Jamaica, Jeffery Davey of Toronto, Canada, David Davey of Connecticut, Patrick Davey of Coquitlum, Vancouver, Canada, and Raphael Wilson of Mandeville, Jamaica; daughters, Evadne Andrews of Toronto, Canada, Pansy Davey-Duffus of Apopka, and Joan Davey of Toronto, Canada; brother, Samuel Thames of Bath, Manchester, Jamaica; sisters, Beatrice Carvalho of Long Island, New York and Novie Anderson of Christiana, Jamaica; ten grandchildren; and four great grandchildren.

Derrick, Annie John

Atlanta Journal & Constitution, Atlanta, Georgia, April 22, 2003

Submitted by Shirley Holland

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Mrs. Annie John Derrick, of Northport, Ala., formerly of Union City, GA died 21 April 2003.  Graveside services 23 April 2003, Holly Hill Cemetery, Fairburn, Fulton County, GA.  Higgins & Son in charge of arrangements.  w/o Andrew K. Derrick who was s/o Flora Mae Thames Derrick

Derrick, Flora Mae (Thames)

Atlanta Journal & Constitution, Atlanta, Georgia, December 19, 1945

Submitted by Shirley Holland

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  The Friends and relatives of Mr. & Mrs. John C Derrick, Mr. & Mrs. C. R. Worley, Mrs. Minnie Matthews, Mr & Mrs. F. R. Derrick, Mr. & Mrs. H. R. Derrick, Mr. & Mrs. A. K. Derrick , Mrs. J. R. Stone, Mrs. Lula Head, Mr. F. E. Thames are invited to attend the funeral of Mrs. John C. Derrick this Sunday afternoon at 3:30PM from Union Christian Church.  The Rev. John R. Chatfield will oficiate, Interment churchyard.  Pallbearers will be: Mr. I. (Ira) H. Thames, Mr. M. S. Thames, Mr. Ranzo Stone, Mr. Harvey Derrick, Mr. W. R. Wallace and Mr. George Wallace.  Bishop & Poe Funeral Home-Fairburn, GA.  d/o John T. and Louisa Justice Thames

Henderson, Corrie (Timms)

The Greenville News, Greenville, South Carolina, March 7, 1958

Submitted by Chandra Christian

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Mrs. Corrie Timms Henderson, 83, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. F. Barnes in Grove community, Rt. 2, Piedmont at 8:05 am Thursday after a long illness.  She was daughter of the late Wash and Mary Richley Timms and spent her early life in Greenwood County.  For 50 years she has been a resident of Greenville and during most of that time had lived with her daughter, Mrs. C. A. Davis, 112 White Circle.  Mrs. Henderson was a member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church at Hodges but attended Tabernacle Baptist Church in Greenville.  Her husband, John H. Henderson, survives her with 2 daughters, Mrs. C. A. Davis of Greenville and Mrs. J. F. Barnes of Rt. 2, Piedmont; 4 sons, Henry C. and J. C. of Fountain Inn, Will Henderson of Tarboro, NC, and Floyd Henderson of Greenville; 2 sisters, Mrs. Mary Thomas of Greenville and Mrs. Minnie Milam of Spartanburg, 28 grandchildren and 41 great-grandchildren.

Judd, Florrie (Thames) Harris

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):    Florrie Thames Harris Judd - Warner Robins - Mrs. Florrie Thames Harris Judd, 94 of Peachbelt Rehabilitation Center, Warner Robins, Georgia, formerly of Centerville, Georgia passed away at the Center on September 1, 2003.  She was a native of Crawford County and the daughter of the late W. Harmon Thames and Carrie Britt Thames.    She was preceded in death by husbands Richard Paul Harris, Sr., and J. T. Judd; two sons, Richard P. Harris and Windell C. Harris; one daughter, Winona Harris Dismuke; four sisters, Evelyn T. Crook, Blanche T. Flynt, Ruby T. Clements, Ruth T. Bryant; four brothers, W. H. Thames, Morris Thames, Willard Thames, and Harold Thames.   Mrs. Judd is survived by one son, Roy H. Harris and wife, Peggy of Burlington, N.C. and one daughter, Mrs. Norma Sue Harris Pierce and husband Thomas, ten grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren.    She was a member of Pleasant Hill Primitive Baptist Church in Warner Robins, Georgia.    The funeral will be conducted by the Elder Gary James at Heritage Funeral Home on Carl Vincent Parkway on Wednesday, September 3, 2003 at 3:00 P.M.  Visitation will be at the funeral home on September 2, 2003 from 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.  Interment will be at Oaklawn Cemetery in Fort Valley, Georgia.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Houston County, 103 Westridge Drive, Warner Robins, Georgia, 31088 or Pleasant Hill Primitive Baptist Church, Pleasant Hill Rd., Warner Robins, Georgia, 31088.  Heritage Memorial Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Kaskin, Frances (Thames)

Submitted by Marie Jefferson

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):   HAMPTON - Frances Thames Kaskin, 85 of 501 East Jackson Street, died Saturday, Sept. 6, 2003 in the Life Care of Charleston Home after an extended illness.  Mrs Kaskin was born in Hampton County on Jan. 10, 1918.  She was a daughter of the late Jessie James Thames and Eliza Mixon Thames.  She was a Homemaker, and a member of the Hampton 1st Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for many years.  She was a family historian, having published books on the Thames, Mixon, Terry, and Clifton families.  Surviving her are: Her husband, Edward John Kaskin of Hampton, sons and daughters-in-law, Kirk and Lynn Kaskin of Eutawville; David and Alice Kaskin of Summerville; daughters and sons in -law, Karen and Mark Gramenz of Lilburn GA; Sara and Jim Laikam of Dacula, GA; four sisters, Bessie T. Owens of Hampton; Roberta T. Johnson of Varnvilole; Sheila T. Smith of Orangeburg; Barbara T. Johnson of Lexington; one brother, Edward Thames of Beaufort; eight grandchildren Kelly (Tim); Kimberly; Kate (Mark); William "Bill"; Jason; Jonathan; Stephen; Rachel; one great grandchild, Logan.  Funeral services were held 11 a.m. Monday, Sept, 8 in the Hampton 1st Baptist Church, conducted by Rev. Dr. Greg Clements, with burial in the Thames Cemetery.  The family suggests that those who wish may send memorials to the Hampton 1st Baptist Chursh, 305 East Jackson Street, Hampton, S.C. 29924 or Thames Cemetery, c/o Richland Sinclair, 721 Holly St. East Hampton, S.C. 29924.  Peeples-Rhoden Funeral Home of Hampton was in charge of the arrangements.

Malburg, Mavis Marie (Thames)

Austin, Texas

Submitted by Shirley Holland

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  August 1, 2003 - Mavis Marie Malburg, 88, of Austin, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2003.  She was born Dec. 31, 1914, Robinson, Texas to Oscar and Catherine Thames.  Mavis enjoyed crafts, bingo and her grandchildren.  She had a great sense of humor, and never met a stranger.  Mavis is survived by her sister and best friend, Jewell Thames; daughters Catherine Thielpaper, Yvonne Lineberger, Barbara Haddock; grandchildren Robin and Stacy Lineberger, Jacqueline Mauldin, Stephanie Ramsey, Gabrielle and Sam III Thielpaper, Chad Haddock and Amy Park.  She is also survived by 15 g-grandchildren and 2 gg-grandchildren.  Mavis was preceded in death by her g-grandson Clinton Cantwell.  The funeral service will be held 1:00pm on Saturday, August 2, 2003, with the viewing to start at 10:00am in the Memorial Chapel of Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home.  Interment will follow  in the Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Cemetery.

McAllister, Azile T. (Timms)

The Greenville News, Greenville, South Carolina, September 22, 1968

Submitted by Chandra Christian

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Hodges - Mrs. Azile Timms McAllister, 54, of Rt. 2 Hodges, widow of J. L. McAllister, died Saturday at a Columbia hospital.  She was a native of Greenwood County, daughter of the late Bill and Emma Henderson Timms. She was a member of Greenville Presbyterian Church, Shoals Junction.  Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Pauline Price of Hodges; three brothers, Harold, Walter, and Clifton Timms of Hodges; three half-sisters, Mrs. Mary Tilley of Anderson, Mrs. Jim Nabors of Abbeville, and Mrs. Ben Howard of Pelzer; a half-brother, Will Timms of Athens, Ga.; and a grandchild.  Funeral services will be conducted Sunday at 4 pm at Greenville Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

McAllister, Lula (Timms)

The Anderson Independent, Anderson, South Carolina, August 14, 1993

Submitted by Chandra Christian

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Ware Shoals - Mrs. Lula Timms McAlister, 84, of 42 Fairview Ave., widow of Monroe McAlister, died Sunday at Self Memorial Hospital, Greenwood.  Born in Belton, she was a daughter of the late George and Luna Hannah Timms. She was a member of Ware Shoals First Baptist Church.  Surviving are sons, Ralph, Albert, and Leonard McAlister of Ware Shoals; daughters, Mrs. Ralph (Lois) Sharpe of Belton, Mrs. Robert (Laura) Seawright and Mrs. William (Ruby) Sweat of Ware Shoals, and Miss Jeanette McAlister of the home., Mrs. J.C. (Eugenia) Rice of Honea Path; brothers, Grady Timms of Honea Path, Carl Timms of Chelsea, Mass., Clarence and Henry Timms of Belton; sisters, Mrs. Henry (Macie) Cason of anderson, Mrs. Ray (Edith) Chapman and Mrs. Harold (Elsie) Chapman of Belton, Mrs. Clarence (Sra) Allison of Colorado Springs, Colo.  Services at 3 pm Tuesday at Ware Shoals First Baptist Church. Burial in Belton City Cemetery.

McKim, Gypsy (Thames)

January 4, 2006

NOTE: This was not a published obituary, as the deceased's wishes were to have no published obituary; rather it is simply a death notice for the TTFA prepared and submitted by Julie Howell

 Gypsy McKim passed away Wednesday, 4 Jan 2006 following a prolonged illness. Her funeral was held Friday, at 11 AM at the Southern Heritage Funeral Home in Pelham. Gypsy was preceeded in death by her loving husband.

Milan, Minnie Lou (Timms)

The Spartanburg Herald, Spartanburg, South Carolina, April 6, 1963

Submitted by Chandra Christian

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Mrs. Minnie Lou Timms Milan, 82, of 522 Heywood Avenue and widow  of Travis C. Milan, died Friday at 6:50 pm at General Hospital after an illness of three months.  Mrs. Milan was a native of Greenwood County and a member of the Myrtle Avenue Baptist Church.  She was the daughter of the late Washington and Mary Richie Timms.  Surviving are:  five daughters, Mrs. Mary Biggs, Mrs. Thelma Brown, and Mrs. Eileen Padgett, all of Spartanburg, Mrs. Isabelle Herzig and Mrs. Elizabeth Cairns, both of Paterson, NJ; two sons, Edward of Spartanburg and Harry O. Milan of Charlotte, 18 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren.  The J. F. Floyd Mortuary is in charge.

Moak, Betty Jean (Thames)

The Enterprise Journal, McComb, Mississippi, February 21, 2008, January 28

Submitted by Julie Thames Howell

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Betty Jean Thames Moak, 75, of McComb, died Feb. 20, 2008, at St. Dominic Memorial Hospital in Jackson. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday at Jones Family Funeral Services in McComb until services there at 2 p.m., with the Rev. James Ray Lawrence officiating. Burial will be in Moaks Creek Cemetery with the Rev. Melanie Lemburg officiating. Mrs. Moak was born July 12, 1932, in McComb to Jonas Jacob and Ella Morgan Thames. She was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Mediator-Redeemer in McComb. She was a retired sales clerk and was the first manager of the State of Mississippi’s first Welcome Center near Chatawa. At age 60, she graduated cum laude from Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond with a bachelor of arts degree in social work. She was a counselor at the Hammond Developmental Center and enjoyed her work as counselor for alcohol and drug addicts. She was a friend of Bill W. for 24 years. She was a lady who enjoyed life and showed it when she went whitewater rafting at age 72 and skydiving at 74. She helped organize the Friendship Water System and served as its first bookkeeper. She was a lady who was loved and admired by all who knew her. Mrs. Moak was preceded in death by her parents; and a daughter, Pamela Claire Moak. Survivors include her husband of 57 years, Willie Aubry Moak of McComb; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Jay Thames Moak of McComb, Charles William “Bill” and Regina Wilson Moak of Florence and Thomas Matthew “Matt” and Deborah Love Moak of Brandon; eight grandchildren, Melissa Evans, and Cynthia, Rustin, Sara, Jason, Levi, Carlie Jean and Aubry Moak; and four great-grandchildren, Jonathan Evans, Anna Lynn Moak, Alexis Moak and Christopher Evans. Pallbearers will be her four grandsons, Rustin, Jason, Levi and Aubry Moak; and family friends, Charles Finch and Ralph Freeman. Memorials may be sent to St. Andrew’s Mission, 815 Pennsylvania Ave., McComb, MS 39648 or The Salvation Army, 604 S. Magnolia St., McComb, MS 39648

Nabors, Janie Belle (Timms)

The Index Journal, Greenwood, South Carolina, January 28, 1993

Submitted by Chandra Christian

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Abbeville - Janie Belle Timms Nabors, 92, of Abbeville Nursing Home, formerly of 123 Henry St., widow of James Thrashley Nabors, died January 27, 1993 at the nursing home.  Born in Hodges, she was daughter of the late James W. and Janie Belle Irvin Timms. She was a homemaker and a member of Abbeville First Baptist Church.  Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Frances N. Stockman of Greenwood, and Mrs. Betty N. Justice of Garner, NC; two sons, John E. Nabors of Leesville, and Robert H. Nabors of Inman; a sister, Mrs. Mary Tilley of Anderson; a half-sister, Mrs. Pauline Price of Hodges; two half-brothers, Harold and Cliff Timms of Greenwood; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild.  Services will be Friday at 11 am at Harris Funeral Home. Burial will be in Hodges Cemetery, Hodges.

Peden, Dee (Tims)

Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth, Texas, December 8, 2001

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Olney - Dee Peden, 80, a homemaker, died Friday, Dec. 7, 2001,  in Olney.  Funeral:  2 p.m., Sunday at First Baptist Church.  Burial:  Restland Cemetery.  Visitation:  4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Lunn Funeral Home.  Memorials:  First Baptist Church, Box 734, Olney Texas 76374.  Dee was the daughter of the late Roy and Mary Elizabeth Tims.  She and Tommie Peden were married June 10, 1939, in Henrietta.  He preceded her in death July 28, 1991.  She was a member of First Baptist Church.  Survivors:  Sons, Tommie Jr. of Arlington, Larry of Henrietta and Lanny of Flower Mound; sisters, Virgie of Bowie, Onita of Hurst and Juanita of Bowie; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.  Lunn Funeral Home, Olney, (940) 564-5533

Price, Addie Pauline (Timms)

The Index Journal, Greenwood, South Carolina, December 15, 1993

Submitted by Chandra Christian

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Hodges - Mrs. Addie Pauline Price, 82, of 3018 Hwy. 25 North, widow of Rufus Price, died December 14, 1993 at Self Memorial Hospital.  Born in Greenwood County, she was a daughter of the late William and Emma Henderson Timms. She was self employed (Prices Exxon) and a member of Greenville Presbyterian Church near Shoals Junction.  Surviving are one son, John Franklin Price of Hodges; one daughter, Mrs. Judy Dianne Wilson of Santee; two brothers, Harold Timms of Hodges, and Clifton Timms of Greenwood; one half-sister, Mrs. Mary Tilley of Anderson; two grandchildren.  Services will be Thursday at 11 am at Parker White Funeral Home. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Gardens.

Puryear, Irma Thames

South Boston, Virginia

Submitted by Barbara Thames

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  South Boston,Virginia:  Irma T. Puryear 80 died January 30, 2004 in Halifax Regional Hospital.  Funeral services will be held today Wednesday at 2:00 p.m.Brooks Funeral Home Chapel, South Boston with Rev.Phil Showers officiating. Burial will be in Halifax Memorial Gardens, South Boston.  Mrs. Puryear was born in Mecklenburg County on July 20, 1923 to the late Sarah O' Geary Thames and John Robert Thames; she was a homemaker and member of McCaniess Memorial United Methodist Church.  Survivers are three daughters, Paigie Puryear Allnutt and her husband Robert (Bob) of Halifax, Judith Puryear Wynne of Richmond, and Lydia P. Thompson of South Boston; one sister, Rachael Hunziker of High Point, N.C. two brothers, Billy Thames, and Garland Thames both of Clarksville; one grandson, Robert H. Allnutt and his wife Lisa of Roanoke; four grand daughters, Stacey Allnutt Goin and her husband DeWitt of Prospect, Kelley Michele Wynne and Brittiany Lynne Wynne both of Richmond and Shannon Bowery Mangum and her husband Bobby of Roxboro,N.C.five great grandchildren other nieces and nephews. She was preceeded by a son-in-law, Charles Ira Wynne, brothers: Woodrow Thames, Frank Leo Thames, and Clifton Thames, sisters: Rosa Thames, Jean Thames Tisdale, Virgie Thames Elliott, and Vera Thames Patterson.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association,National Headquarters, 3300 East Sunrise Drive, Tucson, Ariz. 85718 

Taylor, Ruth (Timms)

The Greenville News, Greenville, South Carolina, August 9, 1943

Submitted by Chandra Christian

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Belton, Aug 8 - Mrs. Ruth Timms Taylor, 50, wife of J. Arthur Taylor, died in the Anderson County Hospital Saturday at 9:15 pm after several weeks illness. She was born in the Shady Grove section of Anderson County and was a daughter of Mrs. Luna Hannah Timms and the late George W. Timms. She had been a residaent of Belton 35 years. Mrs. Taylor was a member of the Second Baptist church.  Surviving are her husband, five children, James Cecil Taylor, Mrs. Bruce Myers, Mrs. Ruby Vest, Mrs. G.D. Meness and Miss Marie Taylor; six brothers, Grady Clarence, Carl, Fred, Lester, and Henry Timms; five sisters, Mrs. Lula McAlister, Mrs. Henry Cason, Mrs. Ethel Chapman, Mrs. Elsie Chapman, and Miss Sarah Timms, and seven grandchildren.  Funeral services will be conducted at the Second Baptist Church Monday at 5 pm. Burial will be in the Belton cemetery.".

Thames, B. David Jr.

The New & Observer, Raleigh, North Carolina, August 19, 1996

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Raleigh - B. David Thames Jr. of Raleigh, died Wednesday at Raleigh Community Hospital.  A funeral service will be held Friday 11 a.m. at Edenton Street United Methodist Church.  Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery.  Mr. Thames was born December 10, 1939 in Cades, South Carolina, the son of Lucille and the late David Thames Sr.  He graduated from North Carolina State University in 1963, and was employed with Siebe Environmental Control.  He was also a member of Edenton Street United Methodist Church.  Surviving are his wife, June Thames of the home; mother, Lucille Thames of Florence, S.C.; brother, Sidney Thames of Raleigh; sister, Mary Gooden of Florence, S.C.  The family will receive friends Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, Saint Mary's Street.  Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105.

Thames, Buford B.

Tampa Tribune, Tampa, Florida, October 2, 2003

Submitted by Annette T. Andler

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  THAMES, Rev. Buford B., Sr., 10th St. Holly Hill, Fla., died Sept. 30, 2003 at Halifax Medical Center, Daytona Beach. Funeral service, Friday, Oct. 3, 2003 at 9 a.m. at Dale Woodward Funeral Home, 167 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill, Fla., Interment to follow at 2:30 p.m. at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, Fla. Visitation will be held at the funeral home today (Thursday) from 6-8 p.m. Born in Geneva, Alabama, resident of Holly Hill, Fla., since 1961, veteran of Air Force, member International Christian Centre, Daytona Beach, retired as plant supervisor for Florida Crush Stone Co., Brooksville, Fla. Survived by wife of 56 years, Frances; two sons, Ron Thames, Port Orange, Fla., and Rev. Buford (Ed) Thames Jr., Key Largo, Fla.; three daughters, Sharon Deaton, Port Orange, Brenda Kelly, Lawrenceville, Ga., Esther Long, Holly Hill; one brother, Seaborn Thames Sr., Pritchard, Ala.; one sister, Bernice Trim, Palatka, Fla.; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Family suggests donation s to International Christian Centre, 101 Indigo Dr., Daytona Beach, FL 32114.

Thames, Emma Jean (Thames) Stratton

Clipping is unidentified February 21, 1927

Submitted by Dorrie Yontz

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Emma Jean Stratton, 59, entered into rest April 4, 1981 in Houston. Born in Lamar County, Mississippi, December 2, 1921. Former resident of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, lived in Houston since 1964. Survived by: daughters, Brenda Hartfield of Houston, Mary Wynne of Palestine, Texas and Barbara Gaddis of Tomball; sons, Gibson Carter of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, Anthony Treloar of Greensbourough, North Carolina, Jerry Acosta of Bay City, Texas and Michael Acosta of Kileen, Texas; sister, Doris Wall of Hattiesburg, Mississippi; ten grandchildren. Services Tuesday, April 7, 1981, 11:00 a.m., Chapel of the Garden, with Reverend Emmett Hunt officiating, interment in Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery. Pallbearers are J.D. Wynne, Johnny Furkovich, Wayne Bridges, Eduardo Garz, Sergio Garza and Ricky Collins. PATH. FOLEY & CO., FUNERAL DIRECTORS, Chapel of the Garden, 1200 W. 34th St., Northwest, 689-6261.

Thames, Eunice Stevens

Manning, Clarendon County, South Carolina, November 3, 2001

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  MANNING -- Eunice Stevens Thames, 89, window of Murray S. Thames, died Saturday, Nov. 3, 2001, at her daughter's home in Manning.  Born March 27, 1912, in Lake Waccamaw, N.C., she was the daughter of the late James and Emma Martin Stevens.  She was a member of Bethlehem United Church near Davis Station.  Survivors include a son, James, and daughter-in-law, Carolyn Thames of Manning; a daughter, Frances, and a son-in-law, J. D. Jones of Manning; a brother, Jim Stevens of Charleston; and six grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Monday in the chapel of Stephens Funeral Home in Manning, with the rev. Ashley Brunson officiating.  Burial will follow in Wilson Union United Methodist Church Cemetery.  Pallbearers will be grandsons and nephews.  The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Stephens Funeral Home and at other tims at the residence of Frances and J. D. Jones, 3981 Loss Brook Road.  Memorials may be made to the Bethlehem United Methodist Church.  Stephens Funeral Home in Manning is in charge of the arrangements.

Thames, Frances (Thames) Acosta

Clipping is unidentified February 21, 1927

Submitted by Dorrie Yontz

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Mrs. Frances Thames Acosta of Kileen, Texas, formerly of Hattiesburg died Saturday morning in a Kileen hospital. She was the daughter of the late Mr. Frank Thames and Mrs. Mae Clearman Thames. Burial wil[l] be Monday in Kileen, Texas. Mrs. Acosta who served in the WAC’s had retired after thirty years service. Survivors include her husband, Tony Acosta; two adopted sons, Jerry of Pascagoula, Miss and Mike of Austin Texas; two sisters, Mrs. R.G. (Doris) Wall of Hattiesburg and Mrs. Emma Jean Stratton of Houston, Tex.; an Aunt, Mrs. E.F. Bainter and an uncle, Mr. W.D. Clearman, both of Hattiesburg; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Thames, Frank

Hattiesburg American, Hattiesburg, Forrest County, Mississippi, January 17, 1949

Submitted by Dorrie Yontz

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Frank Thames, about 50, son of Mrs. Thomas M. Thames, formerly of Hattiesburg, and the late Mr. Thames, died suddenly Sunday night in Jackson, according to word received here today. In addition to his mother, Mr. Thames is survived by his wife and a number of children of Jackson; a brother, W.D. Thames of Meridian; and four sisters. He was a nephew of B.C. Thames of Hattiesburg. Graveside services will be held at Richburg cemetery Tuesday, but the hour had not been set this afternoon.

Thames, Frank

Hattiesburg American, Hattiesburg, Forrest County, Mississippi, August 13, 1934

Submitted by Dorrie Yontz

Frank Thames, jr. [sic], 10 years old son of Frank Thames, is in Methodist hospital suffering a fracture of the skull and cuts and bruises about the face suffered yesterday morning when he fell off of or was struck by a truck, near his home at Richburg.

Hattiesburg American, Hattiesburg, Forrest County, Mississippi, August 14, 1934

Submitted by Dorrie Yontz

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Funeral services for Frank Thames, jr. [sic], 10, resident of Richburg, who died this morning at 3 o’clock from injuries received when he fell from a truck on the highway near Richburg Sunday morning will be conducted at 10 o’clock Wednesday morning at the residence of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J.I. Clearman, Richburg. The Rev. R. H. Clegg, pastor of Broad Street Methodist church and the Rev. T.S. Entrekin, of Purvis will officiate. Interment will be in Roseland park [sic] cemetery under direction of the Hattiesburg Undertaking company. The child is survived by his father and step-mother, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thames, one brother, Billy; three sister [sic], Florence Louise, Doris Mae and Emma Gene, Richburg; his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Clearman, and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. T.M. Thames.

Thames, Jack

The Birmingham News, Birmingham, Alabama, July 30, 2001

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Thames, Mr. Jack, age 76, of Birmingham, died Saturday, July 28, 2001.  He was in the Marine Corps where he served in the Pacific Theater in WWII and was a member of Asbury United Methodist.  He was retired from Metropolitan Life and was a member of the Masonic Lodge.  Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 11 a.m. at Ridout's Trussville Chapel with burial in Jefferson Memorial Gardens.  Jack was survivied by his wife, Pauline W. Thames; son, David Thames; stepson, Darrell Warnix; stepdaughter Faye Lewis; grandsons Zacharty and Brian Thames; step granddaughter, Jennifer Warnix, step grandson, Benjamin   --Gypsy McKim

Thames, James C.

The Albany Herald, Waycross, Georgia, November 21, 2001

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Waycross-- James Howard Thames, 82, died Tuesday morning, November 20, 2001, at the Baptist Village after an extended illness.  He was a native of Sampson, Alabama, son of the late James Steven Thames and Jessie Gertrude Cannon Thames.  He had lived several years in Gainesvlle, Fla., before moving to Waycross in 1958.  He retired as a conductor with the SCL Railroad in 1978 with thirty-eight years of service.  He was Elder in the First Presbyterian Church of Waycross and a member of the Men's Bible Class.  He was a 55 year member of the Gainesville Masonic Lodge #41 F & AM, Eastern Star Chapter #474, Hasan Temple, Ambassador Emeritus with the Shrine Club, an honorary membership of the Frank C. Folks Lodge #192 F & AM and a Scottish Rite Mason.  A member of the U.T.U for 53 years.  He served with the U.S. Navy during World War II.  He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Otte Thames of Waycross; two daughters, Margaret Eunice and her husband, Dr. Newton Eunice of Pelham, Ga, Patricia Dryden and her husband, Henry of Woodstock, GA; two sons, James Howard "Butch" Thames of Camilla, GA, John Bruce Thames of Madison, Fla.; four grandchildren, Frank Eunice, William "Scooter", Beth and Julie Dryden; several nieces, nephews and other relatives.  Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in the First Presbyterian Church.  Entombment will be in the Greenlawn Mausoleum.  The Men's Bible Class, Thursday Morning Breakfast Club, All Masonic Brothers, Eastern Star and Shrine Club members will serve as honorary pallbearers and they are requested to gather at the church at 1:30 P.M. Friday afternoon.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.  today.  Miles-Odum Funeral Home Waycross 912/283 2525

Thames, James R.

Gloucester County Times, Mississippi, Tuesday, ___ 15, 2000

Submitted by Shirley Holland

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  James R. Thames, 76 of Vineland died Tuesday in S. Jersey Hospital-Millville.  Born in Mississippi, he was a Vineland resident for the past 37 years.  Retired in 1962 from the US Army as a Captain, he served during WWII, Korea, Vietnam.  After his military career, he worked at the Vineland Development Center for many years before retirin gas the Asst. Supt.  He loved plants and flowers and operated Jims and Sons Nursery and Plant Lovers Hunt in Newfield.  He is survived by his wife, Tiffany Guildford Thames, James Thames, Jr. of Magee, Miss., Gregory R. of Sewell and Douglas of Pitman.  Two stepsons, Joseph Caldwell of Vineland and Brandon Dent of Vineland, and two grandchildren.  Graveside services will be 11:30am Friday in Chapel of the Brig. Gen. William C. Doyle Memorial Veterans Cemetery of Arneytown.  Friends and relatives may call from 7-9pm at the Pancoast Funeral Home, 676 S. Main Rd., Vineland.

Thames, James "Jim" W.

Manning, Clarendon County, South Carolina, March 28, 1952

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Jim W. Thames, Alcolu, Dies --  Jim W. Thames, 76, of Alcolu died at his home about 2 o'clock this morning after a long illness.  Mr. Thames is survived by his widow, Mrs. Julia Emma Holliday Thames; one daughter, Mrs. Anna Rhame of Paxville; one son Bon O. Thames of Columbia; two half brothers, Frank and Henry Thames, both of Darlington; five grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be conducted from the Liberty Free Will Baptist Church at 11 o'clock, Saturday morning by Dr. P. O. Batsen.  Interment will follow in the church cemetery.  The body will remain at the Shelley-Brunson Funeral home here until the hour of service.

Thames, John A.

THE ELBA CLIPPER, Elba, Alabama, April 10, 1941

Submitted by Julie Howell

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  John A. Thames, , was born October 15th, 1863, and departed this life March 19th, 1941. Age 77 years, five months and four days.He was united in marriage to Mollie M. Bryan December 30th, 1886. To this union were born nine children, seven girls and two boys. One boy and two girls preceded him to the grave. His wife, five girls and one boy survive. They are John D. Thames, Mrs. W.M. Henderson, Mrs. J.C. Kelley, Mrs. H.N. Willis, Mrs. O.C. Hickman, Mrs. A.T. Hickman; besides a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Zoar Church March 20th and burial occurred in Zoar cemetery with Masonic Honors.

Thames, Mrs. John A.

THE ELBA CLIPPER, Elba, Alabama, Thursday February 1, 1951

Submitted by Julie Howell

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Mrs. John A. Thames, , a resident of the Zion community for 68 years died at Troy hospital on Sunday after an illness of two weeks. She was 84 years old and born in Coffee County. She is survived by one son, John D. Thames , and five daughters, Mrs. Willie Henderson, Mrs. J.C. Kelley, Mrs. Henry Willis, Mrs. O.C. Hickman, and Mrs. A.T. Hickman. Funeral services were held at Zion and conducted by Rev. W.F. Hardwick and Rev. D.J. Duboise on Monday. Active pallbearers were Aren Willis, Horace Thames, J.R. Thames , Arin Kelley, Charles and Daniel Kelley, Andrew Hickman, and Walter Thames . Hayes Funeral Home was in charge.

Thames, John Thomas Jr.

Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth, Texas, November 22, 1977

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  John Thomas Thames, Jr., 69, 2725 Sixth Avenue, passed away Sunday.  Survivors:  Son, John T. Thames III, Grandview; daughter Mrs. Mary Joe Hames, Arlington; sister, Mrs. Lela George Simple; brothers, Clinton Norris Thames, all Fort Worth; nine grandchildren.  Services 11 a.m. Wednesday, Greenwood Chapel, Rev. Paul Duckett officiating.  Interment:  Greenwood Memorial Park.  Arrangements:  Greenwood, 3100 White Settlement Rd. at University Dr. 336-0584.

Thames, Joseph Carol

The Augusta Chronicle, Augusta, Georgia, August 10, 2001

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Mr. Joseph Carol "J.C." Thames Sr., 75, of Mulberry St., entered into rest Wednesday, August 8, 2001, at University Hospital, Augusta, Ga.  Funeral services will be held at 3 pm Saturday, August 11, 2001, at Corinth Christian Church, Girard, Ga., with the Rev. Don McClellan officiating.  Interment will be in the Corinth Church Cemetery.  Mr. Thames, a native and lifelong resident of Burke County, retired from the Woodlands Division of Kimberly-Clark.  After retirement he continued working as a self-employed product merchant.  In his earlier years he was a member of Corinth Christian Church before becoming a member of Alexander Methodist Church.  He was predeceased by his wife, Lucille Beasley Thames in 1997; and is survived by four sons, Joseph C. "Smokey" Thames of Alexander, Carl D. "Punkin" Thames of Sardis, Charles W. "T-Bo" Thames of Hephzibah, and Albert L. "Boo-Boo" Thames of Augusta; a brother, Robert Thames of Sardis; and sister, Bernice Dixon of Girard; 12 grandchildren, Joseph C. Thames III, Carl W. Thames,  Selina Godbee, Nat Thames, Tabitha Thames,  Shelton Thames, Sabrina Thames, Kaile Thames, Michael-Cole Thames, Jana Thames, Lindsey Thames, and Ashley Thames; four great-grandchildren, Taylor Thames, Blayke Thames, Cruise Thames and Julie Godbee.  Pallbearers will be Willie Thames, Ben Thames, Glenn Thames, Shelton Thames, Nat Thames, Michael-Cole Thames, Donald Thames, Arthur Long, Larry Daniels, Richard Shoemaker and Carl Thames.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Corinth Christian Church Building-Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 29, Girard, GA 30426, ATTN:  Roy Hillis.  Friends may call at the home of Smokey Thames, 188 Roberts Road, Alexander, GA or at DeLoach Funeral Home, 842 Liberty St., Waynesboro, GA.  The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 Friday evening at DeLoach Funeral Home, Waynesboro, GA (706) 554-3531.

Thames, Joseph Frank

Lake City, Georgia

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Joseph Frank Thames, ("Joe"), age 83 of Lake City, GA will be held Friday 11AM from the chapel of Parkway Garden Chapel, Forest Park, GA., Dr. Bill Lacy & Rev. Phil Gilbert officiating, Interment Philadelphia Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Forest Park, GA.  Joe died Tuesday, July 16, 2002.  He was the great grandson of Clayton County Pioneer, settler, William Thames.  Mr. Thames was a veteran of the US Army and served in Italy during WWII.  He was employed by Ga. Art Supply Co. for 34 years and Smith Ace Hardware for 30 years.  He served his community as city councilman for the city of Lake City, GA for 30 years.  He was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Morrow and is survived by a loving wife Lois Hanes Thames, devoted children Lois Elaine Thames and son Joseph Neil Thames daughter in law Donna Thames of Locust Grove,  granddaughter April Thames sisters-Thelma Thames Worley, Lake City, Mrs. William (Lillian Thames) Williamson, Stockbridge, and Mrs. Thomas L. Scroggs, Parkway Garden Chapel, Forest Park.  

Thames, LaRhonda Sherella

Zephyrhills, Florida

Submitted by Annette T. Andler

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  THAMES, LaRhonda Sherella, 26, a resident of Zephryhills, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2003. She attended Mt. Calvary Church in Lumberton, Fla. LaRhonda is survived by her parents, Shirley and J.T. Tucker of Zephyrhills; four sisters, Jacqualine Butler of Zephyrhills, Kristie Tucker of Zephyrhills, Deseree Hubbard of Dade City, and Fallon Fielder of California; one brother, Andre Tucker of Zephyrhills; grandmother, Elnora Fielder of Newton, Miss.; grandfather, L.T. Thames of Decator, Miss.; special niece and nephew, Alliyan and Demetris of Zephyrhills; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other sorrowing relatives and friends. Milton Funeral Home, 13950 S. Fifth Street, Dade City.

Smith, Martha J. Thames

Greenville, Butler County, Alabama

Submitted by Shirley Holland

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):  Martha J. Thames b 6 May 1825 d 2 May 1883,  who married Rev. Milton Smith died a their home at an early hour on last Wednesday morning.  She had been sorely afflicted for a number of years with an affection (sic) of the throat, and during the past few months rapidly declined until death released her from her sufferings. Few women in the county, were better or more favorably known.  For twenty seven years this had been her home, and by a godly walk and uniform kindness and charity she had won the sincere friendship of all classes.  She will be missed by many, while her memory will be kept green in the hearts of all who knew  her. She was born in Henry County, GA  and was the daughter of Rev. William & Rachael Thames, the former of whom is still living. Joined the church when sixteen years of age, and has ever since adorned the profession thus early made by a life of devotion to the Masters work.   She was married 20 Oct 1842, and lived upward of 40 years the loving wife and true helpmate.  As a mother, none were more tender or devoted.  Her last hours like her former life, attested her unwavering faith in the Redeemer, assuring those around her that "all was well." The remains were interred in the old cemetery at 10:00AM on Thursday morning, Revs. Mr. Will and Mr. Christian conduction the services.  To the sorrowing ones we tender our sincere condolence.

Thames, Mae (Clearman) Thames

Hattiesburg American, Hattiesburg, Forrest Co., Mississippi, December 27, 1926

Submitted by Dorrie Yontz

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):   Mrs. Frank Thames, who died after a short illness at the South Mississippi Infirmary Christmas Day at 3:30 o’clock, was buried in Roseland Park Cemetery Sunday, following the funeral services which were held from the Thames residence on Eighth street. Rev. J.E. Willis and Rev. D.A. Youngblood jointly took charge of the services. She was 26 year[s] of age. Mrs. Thames is survived by her husband, T.F. Thames; six children, three girls and three boys, the girls: Frances 9 years old, Doris, 7 and Clemogene [Emogene] 5; the boys: Frank Thames, Jr., 3 years old, and two 10-day-old twins; by her mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. J.I. Clearmens [Clearman] of Richburg; one sister, Ethlyn Clearmens [Clearman] , Richburg; and four brothers, Floyd, Walter, Robert, and William Clearmens [Clearman], all of Richburg.

Thames, Mary (Thames) Giles

Hattiesburg American, Hattiesburg, Forrest Co., Mississippi, November 4, 1930

Submitted by Dorrie Yontz

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):   Mrs. Mary Josephine Giles, 80 years old, pioneer resident of Richburg, died at her home there this morning at 7:20 o'clock. She was the widow of S.W. Giles. Mrs. Giles is survived by two sons, R.D. Giles of Hattiesburg, and J.T. Giles of Richburg, and four daughters, Mrs. J. D. Clearman of Richburg, Mrs. E.M. Hammer and Mrs. W.M. Boyd of Dallas and Mrs. J.L. McElreath of Ellisville, and a brother D.B. Thames, of Fort Worth. Funeral services will be held at the Hickory Grove Baptist Chruch tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock with the Rev. A.L. O'Briant officiating. Interment will be in Hickory Grove cemetery. Burial will be under the supervision of the Hulett Undertaking company.

Thames, Mildred Garrett

The Palatka Daily News, Palatka, Florida

Submitted by Julie Howell

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):   Mildred Garrett Thames, 74, died Sunday, March 7, 1999, at Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine following a long illness.  She was a native and life-long resident of Palatka.  Her family has lived in Putnam County for several generations and she had been recognized as a Florida and Putnam County pioneer.  She was a direct descendant of Harrison Rider Blanchard, her first ancestor to come to Palatka, who came here in the 1800s.  Mrs. Thames had been a Girl Scout leader for many years.  She enjoyed sewing, reading, fishing and genealogy.  She was a member of the Trinity Episcopal Church in St. Augustine and was a former member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Palatka.  She was a charter member of the Bass Capital Bass N Babes in Palatka.  She was preceded in death by her husband Robert W. "Bob" Thames and her parents, Charles and Ethel Garrett.   She is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Nancy Thames Tillman of Palatka, and Barbara and Fred Bozard of St. Augustine; three grandchildren, Randall "Hank" Tillman Jr. of Johnson; Letti Bozard Looney of Fallon, Nev.; and Fred Henry "Bo" Bozard IV of St. Augustine; two great grandchildren, Lacy Cathrine Tillman of Johnson and Grace Caroline Looney of Fallon, Nev.   Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 10, 1999, at the Masters Funeral Home chapel in Palatka with the Rev. Deena M. Galantowicz, associate rector of Trinity Episcopal Church, officiating.  Burial will follow in the Peniel Cemetery near Palatka. Friends may call at the Masters Funeral Home 6-8 p.m. Tuesday. Memorial gifts may be sent to Hospice Northeast, 4266 Sunbeam Rd., Jacksonville, 32257.

Thames, Patricia Marie

Columbia, South Carolina

Submitted by Lee Ponder

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):   Patricia Marie Thames, 35, died Sunday, Sept. 23, 2001.  Born April 28, 1966, in Sumter County, she was a daughter of the late Lee Thames, Sr. and Martha Johnson Thames.  She attended Sumter County public schools and graduated from Sumter High School.  She was employed by Dairy Queen of Sumter.  Survivors include two sons, Shawn Thames of Sumter and Damon Thames of Columbia; two daughters, Lateshia Thames of Sumter and Shannon Thames of Columbia; two brothers, Lee Thames Jr. of Columbia and David Johnson Jr. of Sumter; and three sisters, Collie Thames and Barbara Thames, both of Sumter, and Elizabeth Thames of Columbia.  Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Saturday at High Hill Baptist Church, Dalzell, with the Rev. Eli W. Palmer, pastor, officiating.  Burial will be in Bradford Cemetery.  The funeral procession will leave at 11:30 a.m. from the home, 100 Brent St., Sumter.  The family will receive friends at the home.  Community Funeral Home of Sumter is in charge of the arrangements.

Thames, Thomas David

Goldsboro, North Carolina

Submitted by Julie Thames Howell

Obituary Text (with any comments in italics):   Thomas David 'Pinky' Thames, 82, of 1809 E. Azalea Drive, died Monday ( December 7, 2004 ) at Wayne Memorial Hospital. A graveside service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Wayne Memorial Park with the Rev. Bobby Heath officiating. Mr. Thames was a native of Sumpter County, South Carolina, and was the son of the late Thomas David Thames Sr. and Louise Brassell Thames. He was a retired roofing contractor. He is survived by his special companion, Mary Helon Merritt of Goldsboro; and her children, Deborah Johnson and husband, Dennis, Dee Kleinert and husband, Tom, Diane Hill and husband, Mark, and Donna Adams, all of Goldsboro and David Merritt and wife, Theresa of Florida; and her grandchildren, Duff Lane, Todd Lane, Keith Lane, Stephanie Hill, Katie White, Mike Merritt, Steven Merritt, Chris Hux, Jason Hux and Patrick Hux; his sisters, Maybelle Elmore and Toni Broadway, both of Sumpter, S.C., and Betty McCraw and husband, Ted, of Spartanburg, S.C.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Lawrence, Milton, John, Hugh and Richard Thames. The family will receive friends at the funeral home following the service on Wednesday night, and other times at the residence. Although flowers are welcome, memorial donations may be made to the Memorial and Honor Program, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn., 38105.