Deloris J Thomas, nee Scales, 84, formerly of Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully at her home in Naperville, IL on July 6, 2011. Deloris was born in Gadsden County, FL on August 8, 1926. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Mt Carmel, IL prior to relocating to Chicago, IL. She worked at the Honeywell and later Marvel Engineering in Chicago where she met her husband, the late William A Thomas, who she married on July, 31 1954. Deloris is survived by her three children, Will Thomas, Jim Thomas and Susie (Thomas) Murphy; three grandchildren, Stanley Murphy, Sarah Thomas, Alexander Thomas; and her sisters Faye Youngman, Mary Lou Scales and Jorita Rugen. Deloris will be remembered for her sense of humor and good natured personality. She unconditionally loved her family and provided great support to those in her life. She will be deeply missed by those who knew her. Memorial visitation at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Ave., Chicago, Monday (7/18) from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Memorial Mass Tuesday (7/19) 10:00 a.m. at St. Gregory The Great Church, 5535 North Paulina Street, Chicago. A private internment will be held later. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her name to St. Gregory Memorial Fund, 5545 N. Paulina, Chicago, IL 60640, or charity of your choice are appreciated.
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