Sherry Jean Harston Thomas

Mrs. Thomas was born on February 27, 1941 in Luray, TN, to the late George Henry and Bertha Lou Armstrong Harston. She lived the majority of her life in the Malesus community. She enjoyed serving others whether it was at work, church, or in the community. She worked at Oakley Fashion, The Toy Factory, and the Malesus Elementary cafeteria. Some would say she made the best school rolls and cinnamon rolls around. She was also known for her pecan pies and green thumb for growing beautiful flowers. She loved her grandchildren dearly and supported them any way she could.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Kenneth Thomas and her daughter, Kimberly Dawn Pearce. She was also preceded by her brothers George Harston Jr., Jerry Harston, Curt Harston, and Alfred Harston.

She is survived by her daughter, Gloria Richardson (Pete); her grandchildren, Ashley Richardson Ruppel (Nathan) and Andrea Richardson Lindsey (Will); her great granddaughters Ivy and Amelia Lindsey; her sister Debra Harston; her brothers Bill Harston (Marie) and Tony Harston (Teresa); and her sister in law, Betty Harston.

Special thanks to Bells Nursing Home for their years of love and care for Mrs. Thomas (who they lovingly called "SherBear"). Also special thanks to her neighborhood family.

The family will receive friends and loved ones on Monday, May 1, 2023 from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at the South Chapel of George A. Smith and Sons. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 11:00 am at the South Chapel of George A .Smith and Sons with Bro. Mark Cagle officiating. Burial will follow in Ebenezer Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation or The Alzheimer's Association in her memory.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.GASmithandSonsFuneralHome.com for the Thomas family.