I'm Lost For Words I Really Am , You Were My 2nd Mom You Loved My Little Sister & I Like We Were Yours .. I'll Never Forget The Memories We Shared . I'm Going To Miss That Beautiful Smile . I Promise To Be There For My Friend . 
~I Love You Mom For Ever & Always ~

From the moment Me, Demetris, and Milan became friends you treated us like your own. I’m going to miss coming over making you laugh, you fussing at us about the loud music, and that beautiful smile. You’ve always been a second mom to me and I miss you so much. The Minor family will forever cherish the memories we had with you. I love you mom . ❤️

This is so hard to process! My wife and I will cherish the times we shared with you, Shawn and your family. We appreciate you guys welcoming us into your family over 10 years ago and always being a shoulder to lean on. We spent more time with you guys than our own blood relatives. I'm gonna miss those baked beans you made too. Rest in paradise Ivonne, until we meet again!!!

You will be truly missed my dear friend!!! I will forever remember you and all the good times we had making memories .. Take your rest friend until we meet again... 

This is hard to type and I can't believe that I am doing this. Ivonne we shared so many family and friend milestones,  since I married into this family. You were the 1st one I connected with. You were the 1st one who understood me and stayed by my side no matter what. This defined what true sisterhood was about. We've shared weddings, births, birthdays, holidays and more. You will definitely be missed and thank you for some of the most amazing and real times. I'll always cherish the strong woman you were,  and even when I couldn't speak. You made the best pound cakes ever and Jarron would never share them. Until we see you again, rest in him. 

Love you to infinity & back! 

Dear friend
You snuck in 
You showed up at my moms , next time you showed up at my job, Then you showed up in my family and the rest has been history over 30 years. We have shared so much with one another that a book would be needed. I will cherish all of our memories from our kids birthday parties the talks we had on our breaks sitting in front steps of the courthouse. Soon after we needed a change of scenery so we moved  around the corner sitting on the jailhouse bench looking like we’ve  just broke out  The times when we would rush to meet one another at church on Sundays  and rush after work on Tuesdays for Bible study. I’ll never forget the time we almost drowned in a 3 foot pool when your son Adolphus had to save you little did we know we could actually stand up on our own. I’m going to miss our girl gatherings the one time I let you drive us home from our night out we talked so much that you drove passed both of our homes I never let you drive again. I didn’t get to say goodbye but Ivonne I’m so happy I was able to tell you I love you but what I didn’t tell was how much you meant to me. You were such an encouraging, supportive friend you listen without judging you were always willing to give a helping hand even when your hands were full, you never hesitated to help anyone. If something needed to be done you would always  take the leadership to get it started if not done. You took care of your parents running from your house to there’s. You took a flight to New York to make sure your Grandmother made it safe just to literally fly right back.  You & Shawn raised some awesome children Milan Adolphus and  Dre’shean your grand babies are going to miss there  Abuela  may God give all of  them strength! You were the life of the party and you didn’t know, you didn’t even realize that your company was always warranted. Your beauty was inside and out.  You were like a rocket in the sky, now your that star shining bright. 
I’m going to miss you friend 
You snuck out

My dear Ivonne, 

I have been struggling to come to terms with your passing. I can hear your laugh and saying things in Spanish that of course I had no ability to translate.  Your kind spirit. The way you always took care of others so selflessly. Your awesome cooking. And the way you were simply an outstanding human being whom I had the pleasure to love and call family. I will always cherish the good times we had hanging out at the Thomas house, our trips together and the many outings where we were always up to some kind of shenanigans.  My heart hurts to think that the last time I saw you in July was the last time ever. I am grateful I got the chance to hug you one last time. I was so happy to see you I could barely wait for you to get out of the car. I am grateful we had the chance to salsa dance one last time. I am grateful that we were able to enjoy one of our "good old times" one last time. You will always be loved. 

Due to pandemic I will not be able to attend, but Ivonne was one of the kindest, caring people I had the privilege to get to know. Condolences to her family and friends...

Dear Ivonne,
You were our family by choice and I have to pause every time I think about your passing. There are no words to describe your absence in this life but can only find comfort knowing that you are with our Heavenly Father. You were the poster child of a strong mother, good wife, and caring friend. You will truly be missed. My deepest condolences to tia, tio, Shawn, Milan, Adolphus, and all your extended family members.

Love you,
Sandra and Ana Newton

Ivonne, 
To my Dear Friend I worked with for 9 years.  My prayers go out to your family as you were loved by so many. I’m so glad you were able to come to Galveston 2 years ago. That was the last time I saw you. My heart breaks as I read so many kind and loving words about you, you were so loved. I guess I’ll watch a cowboy game just for YOU and not boo, lol.
Love you my CH friend, Rest In Peace 💗

All I know is that you’ve been in my life since I was 2 years old. You took me in and always treated me as your own, no different from Adolphus and Milan. You saved me from tons of trouble from my dad and were always the voice of reason. Whenever I got into some trouble and thought I would let my dad down, you were the one I’d call. Londen, Taraji and Goldyn were always happy to see you and I can say with my heart of hearts that you were truly their Abuela and that they loved you just as much as you loved them. You were the glue to this family and even though we are grieving from your absence, you left the blueprints for us to continue on and to be able to band together and honor you. I miss you, I love you and thank you for all the love, memories and lessons. 

Your loving son, Dre’ 

I was always behind the camera but I've captured so many moments and memories at family functions. This was one of my favorites. The love my cousins shared was beautiful😍. I'm going to miss this.

To my family in this family in this unimaginable loss. I love you and I will keep you all in my prayers. When I received the news my heart broke 💔. There can never be another Ivonne on this earth quite like her. She was dedicated, hard working, strong, and so much more. She loved her family dearly and made sure that everyone was well taken cared of. The strength she showed without ever breaking showed. The Lord needed another angel and he chose her. You all have have a beautiful soul watching over you now. My mom and I are here when you need us. We love you all dearly. ❤
Love Monique & Ms. Cynthia

To my amazing mother , I’m lost without you and angry at many things . I promise to keep
You proud as you look down over my shoulder. You may not be here physically but I feel you in the spirt . I hope you guide me in the right direction as I take this journey alone . I love you to heaven and back &’ no one can replace you or the love you gave me . I feel like I lost apart of me and no one understands me but you 🥺 . I hate you left me here by myself but you made me strong to handle this situation. Until I see you again my beautiful angle 

I love this pic because it shows her natural beauty. There will never be a woman to take your place in my heart or life. This I promise!!!!

Iam Yvone first cousin the of all the iam the oldest my memory with my dearest cousin is having to talk to her almost every day and planing Family function. But the best memories is went she was born that was the part.Thank you my cousin for being in my life love you always and you always be in my Heart

Jessica and I will always cherish this coffee cup you gave each one of us on a non-special day.   This will absolutely be a reminder of that unique bond we had as friends (sisters by heart)!  You’ve definitely left some beautiful memories my dear friend and you will forever be in our thoughts and in our hearts.  Til we reunited again “Mi Hermosa Cubana”, RIP 💕

My Lovely Ivonne, Thank you so much for accepting me as your daughter-in-law from the day we met. Going to the house to visit does not feel the same without you. Your smile, your laugh ,our little insider joke when I’d go to get something to drink and you’d say “ oh no girl don’t drink that “ lol. You know exactly why you’d tell me that. From the moment you found out you were going to be a grandmother again you were so happy and you loved her so much. We will never forget your wonderful spirit. We all miss you so much. Get your rest my girl. We got things down here. 

The Harris County Pct#4-1 work family. 
 These are the people my wife worked with. They have been amazing to my entire family including her parent's. Thank all of you who showed of love in our time of grieving.

Sooo many good times, smiles, laughter and tears.  No words can express how much I miss you.

Those we love don’t go away they walk beside us every day unseen, unheard but always near still loved, still missed and very dear.

Words cannot begin to express how much are we deeply saddened by the lost of such a beautiful woman, Mrs Ivonne Thomas. Ivonne has always been a pleasure to be around. We have shared great memories and she will never be forgotten. The Spencer family sends our condolences and prayers to the entire family. 

We wanted to share this scripture to the family so that it may be of some comfort in this difficult time: “Don't be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” Isaiah 41:10

In my 25+ years of litigating in the Harris County JP Court 4-1, I came to appreciate Miss Ivonne's wit, courtesy and grace to all parties before the Court.  She treated all people the same, irrespective of perceived station, and I appreciated how sweet and patient she was with me.  That said I took it as a badge of honor when she teased me if perhaps I was a little late for a docket call.  She looked out for the people who were before the Court regularly - with professionalism and charm.  I am going to miss seeing her in Court but her presence will always be felt.

The sound of your laughter is still in my mind the moment I heard the sad news, because you were such a positive person. You were one of the first person I met here in houston and having you as my co worker at the courthouse was so much fun. You were there to cheer me on, always advice me on reaching my dreams and  overall your smile was always enough. I was working full time and going to school full time and you were always there to guide me. You introduce me to my now best friend Wayne and the rest is just a list of amazing memories with you and Shawn and your kids. May the angels be with your family. You will be missed.  I love you dear friend.  Heaven earned a true angel. 

Vonne, I’m still trying to make sense of this even though I know I will never be able to. You definitely looked out for everyone cousin.
I can never repay you for looking out for Papi and keeping me updated on how he was doing knowing I lived so far away and I may not have received the info any other way. Just knowing you did that for him while taking care of your immediate family, Tío,  Tía and still going to work makes you a person that I could only aspire to be. I’m going to miss our talks and your laughter.  You were the type of person that this world needs more of, beautiful inside and out. You raised some amazing children now turned adults and I’m sure they will leave their mark on this world in your memory. Love you always girl and I will definitely miss you. Gilliann

My dear cousin, Ivonne.  WHERE do I begin?  I love you ❤️.  You were the strength and backbone of my dearest Lolita and Andre.  They along with so many others adored your strength and commitment to them and family.  You are the sweet daughter loved so much.  I remember when I first arrived in Texas - so many fond memories.  You kept your Lil cousins and they too adorned Ivonne.  I know your time spent earthly was so fulfilled.  You did everything GODLY.  I miss the idea of your physical presence but I KNOW you’re at PEACE  and we’ll all unite in GOD ‘s time.  HEAVEN truly has an ANGEL and your presence/ sweet spirit WILL ALWAYS be DEAR to my heart.  It is so hard for me to believe that you’re no longer here physically.  Thank you for being Ivonne and such a blessing to so many!  I love you, cousin.  @Debby! 

Oh my beautiful sister n law...my beautiful friend.  How strong you always were for your family.  The back bone....you will be so missed by many....I love you to the moon and back

Sweet Ivonne, 
I remember meeting you for the first time when Adolphus was maybe two years old. You were always so welcoming, sweet, and kind. They say we're here to share our table with others for a while. What a blessing you were to those who shared a table with you for 55 glorious years. I guess you're singing and shouting the victory now. Rest easy

The first time we met you made me feel like more than just a visitor, by the time I left your presence I felt like family. Rest In sweet peace my sister. 

Man I wish this was all a dream 😪. I know God makes no mistakes and I know your in a better place 🙏🏽💔. Love you always ❤

Beautiful soul beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend, there will never be another one like you. When God created you he broke the mold. No one knows how much you were the glue to your whole family taking care of your mom and dad, still going to work. We all will make sure your hard work will not be in vain pops and mom will be taken care of this I promise.

My beautiful cousin Ivonne was like my big sister and she was always there for me and my family. Ivonne I will truly miss you 😘. Rest now my beautiful Angel 😇. 

I will always love you Ivonne, I miss you and wish I could hold you just one more time. We had over 30 years together . You gave me a beautiful baby girl who has turned into an intelligent young woman. You were my ride or die, my rock, the glue to this family. I hurting for you, I need you but I know one day  I will see you again and I am holding on to that. Your  sons are all hurting too but they know you are in a better place and we all will make sure your grand kids will not forget you, They will know you about you this I promise. Always my true 1st  LOVE!!!!

OBITUARY

Mrs. Ivonne Thomas

March 16, 1966 – August 25, 2021

Carl Barnes Funeral Home

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