Lillian Mae (Samples) Thomas, 77, of Alum Creek, WV passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at Hubbard Hospice House in Charleston.
She was born in Alum Creek on August 28, 1933 to the late Hallie and Rushie Samples. She worked at the Alum Creek Post Office for 30 years, where she met and talked to many friends thru the years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Thomas; sister, Juanita Cobb; brother, Marvin Samples and sister, Irene Robinson.
She is survived by her brother, Erman Samples and wife, Judy; Sister, Louise Robinson; Step-daughter, Emogene Mickles and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Thursday, January 27, 2011 at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek with Rev. Robert Leadman officiating. She will be laid to rest at Forks of Coal Cemetery, Alum Creek. The family will receive friends, 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
The family would like to thank the staff at Oak Ridge Center for the care they gave her and thanks to Hubbard Hospice House and all the love and care they gave her in her last days. A special thanks to her niece, Karen Torman, for her help, love and care during her time of need.
Lillian loved the Lord and tried to be in His house as often as she could.