Lumey Thomas was born March 28, 1951, to Eray and Zeola Mae
Thomas of Jasper, Texas who preceded his death. After graduating Jasper
High School, he was employed at Owens–Illinois in Jasper, Texas,
and later moved to Natchitoches, Louisiana. Lumey gave his life to
Christ at an early age in Jasper, Texas. Later he joined LakeStreet Church of Christ in
Natchitoches, LA. under the leadership of Brother Ambrose Lacaze.
He leaves to cherish his memory: spouse, Freda Thomas, one biological son,
Brent Thomas (Emily). Six sons by marriage Casey Pleasant (Janelle),
Joshua Pleasant (Ashley), Jody Pleasant (John), David Byone, Norris Jr.
Byrone, and Frank Byone (preceded in death). Two biological daughters,
Denetris Jones (Kevin) and Christina Coney. Two daughters by marriage
Margie Williams (Billie) and Kathrine Jones (Rick). Two grandsons
Jeremy Jones and Henry Thomas. Three grand-daughters by marriage,
Maycee Pleasant, Marisa Pleasant, and Mikayla Pleasant. Four brothers,
Alexander Thomas, Donald Ray Thomas (preceded his death), Vernon
Thomas (Lola Mae), and Oliver Thomas. Two sisters, Annett Thomas
(preceded his death), and Zinola Ruffin (preceded his death). Five
sister-in-laws of Natchitoches, LA. Rebecca Sanders (Stephen), Tracy
Berley (Jeff), Janet Fannin (James), Nancy Rodriguez, and Kristi
LaBom(Carl). A host of Uncles, Aunts, Nieces, Nephews, Great-Nieces,
Great-Nephews, Cousins, and other relatives and friends. Lumey truly
touched the lives of everyone he knew.