Thelma Thomas

Thelma Maxine Thomas, 83, of Mokane, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, at University Hospital and Clinics in Columbia, Mo. She was born in Readsville, Mo., on June 26, 1932, the daughter of the late Clarence D. Blackburn and the late Nora (Carver) Blackburn. On October 9, 1948, Maxine was united in marriage to Raymond Lee "Bud" Thomas. He preceded her in death on April 20, 2015. Maxine spent her life tending to her home and family. She was an excellent baker and made thousands of birthday and wedding cakes. She also enjoyed sewing, crocheting and upholstery and used these talents in caring for her family. Family time, especially time with her grandchildren, was always important to Maxine. She worked as a Psychiatric Aide at Fulton State Hospital until her retirement after 23 years of service. She was an active member of Reform Baptist Church and considered her church family to be some of her dearest friends. A great loss will be felt by her family and friends, including sons, Don Thomas (Sherry) of Stoutsville, Mo., Ronnie Thomas (Zen) of Fulton and Tommy Thomas (Brenda Stone) of Mokane; daughters, Janet Shackelford (Lloyd) of Thompson, Mo., Judy Jansen (Danny) of Tebbetts and Jenny Albert (Kenny) of Fulton; Robbie Taylor, of New Bloomfield; sisters, Betty Ferrier (John) of Mexico; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Along with her parents, and husband, Maxine was preceded in death by her son, John M. Thomas; great-grandson, Colt Weslee Thomas; and sister, Pearl Hays (Lyndell). Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 1, 2016, at Maupin Funeral Home in Fulton with Pastor Rick Conley officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 31, 2015, at the funeral home. Interment will be in Mokane Cemetery. Memorial donations are suggested to Reform Baptist Church, c/o Maupin Funeral Home, 301 Douglas Boulevard, Fulton, MO 65251. Condolences may be left for the family at maupinfuneralhome.com.