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Gregory Thomas Obituary

Gregory Thomas

Memphis, TN

Greg Thomas, age 52, of Memphis passed away on July 3, 2016 in Savannah, Tennessee. He was a dedicated 30+ year Walmart associate, a devoted Christian, and an active member of Sycamore View Church of Christ where he served as a leader in the Celebrate Recovery Ministry. His loves outside of church and family were fishing and music. He is preceded in death by his father, Billy Ray Thomas, and his sister Sandra Thomas Halfacre. He is survived by his beloved wife, Elaina Hinson Thomas, and his mother, Martha Mabry Thomas. Greg also leaves many dear friends and family. A celebration of life will be held at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 N Germantown Parkway, Bartlett, TN 38133 on Saturday, July 9, 2016. Visitation will begin at 12:30 p.m. with funeral to follow at 2:00 p.m. If you choose, memorial contributions may be made in Greg's honor to LeBonheur Children's Hospital or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.memphisfuneralhome.net.

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Jul. 7, 2016.

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Joy Stephenson

July 10, 2016

I am sorry for your loss.

DOROTHY CUNNINGHAM

July 9, 2016

So glad that I had the honor of meeting you before this happening..for this is only for now we will all meet again on that joyous day in the sky so rest in peace til then..To the wife hold on to your faith you have the tools to make it you have God,Love and the Memories you two made and shared together and that's enough for a lifetime....GOD BLESS

Shirlee Nelson

July 8, 2016

Will miss you my sweet and loving friend and co-worker. I know you are in Jesus's hands . May GOD bless you !

Lisa and Bill Canaday

July 7, 2016

So sorry to hear this sad news. Have known Greg for many years and our thoughts and prayers are with his wife and mother. May God comfort you during this terribly sad time.

July 7, 2016

he will be missed we went to school together his senior year and he graduated when i was in 10th grade. we will stay the best of friends and he will be watching over us all

July 7, 2016

Greg was a friend to so many people and a friend of God! Sympathy to you, Elaina, and to you, Martha.
~ Dennis & Susan Roberts, MSBC

July 7, 2016

Will miss seeing my friend in the here and now but will see him again soon.

Tim Tomes

July 5, 2016

Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.

July 5, 2016

CJ and I are so sorry for your loss. Love and prayers. Joyce Rye Burti

jeannie shelby

July 5, 2016

So sorry about Greg. My prayers out to the family.

Janice Collins

July 5, 2016

So sorry for your loss

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