King's Funeral Home | Charlotte, NC

Obituary For Emma Mae Grier Thomas

Mrs. Emma Mae Grier Thomas was born in Charlotte, North Carolina on January 7, 1937, to the late Edward and Maggie Leary.
On Friday, December 8, 2023, she quietly and peacefully transitioned to glory at the
Levine & Dickson Hospice House at Southminster.

Emma enjoyed gardening, shopping, completing crossword puzzles, coloring, traveling, watching basketball, spending quality time with her fur companion Liz, and being surrounded by family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Maggie Leary, her husband, Sylvester Thomas, and siblings Anniebelle Mason, Broadie Grier, Eddy Leary, and Mamie Leary.

Emma is survived by her five children, Slyvester Thomas Jr. (Angela) of Charlotte, NC, Reginald Thomas of Charlotte, NC, Ricky Thomas (Virginia) of Charlotte, NC, Danny Thomas of Charlotte, North Carolina, and Sari Broadie (Rev. Dell McKinnon) of Matthews, NC; 11 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins, her beloved Godson Steve Boyd (Janice), and her best friends Mrs. Brown and Mrs. McMurray.

The Homegoing Services for Mrs. Emma Thomas will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at Steele Creek A.M.E. Zion Church.
The wake will be held from 12pm-1pm and the funeral will be from 1pm-2pm. Burial will follow at Beatties Ford Memorial Gardens.

Guest Book

I just learned about the passing of Mrs. Thomas. My condolences to the family, and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Regina James-Hayes

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Grandma, I love you so much! I am so sorry we didn't get to meet in person before you transitioned. My heart is broken that the first time I ever got to see your beautiful face was on your obituary. I know our distance wasn't our choice, but I will forever cherish, honor, and love the way you loved and showed up for me anyway. Thank you for being the missing link in my life. You guided me through so much, and I know you will continue to guide and protect me like you always did. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your world, even if it was just through the phone. Your voice brought so much comfort and joy to me and my children. I love you forever, and I will never forget what you told me. I pray your wishes will be respected and carried out with the same honor, love, and respect that you displayed for all. I love you so much! I have been searching for you for so many months. I wish I could have held your hand just one time so I could have comforted you like you always comforted me. If anyone has any stories and/or memories they would like to share with me. I would love to hear them. Here is my number 346-254-7668 I love you all and I'm praying for you all Le'Anda Roshae Dargan

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Please clarify but keep it short. Today, June 17, 2024, Ms. Emma was on my mind, so I dialed her cellphone. The voice said the number was not in service so I dialed it again. After hearing the second message, I felt an emptiness, so I performed an Internet search and discovered she had transitioned. In 2001, her son, my Army pale, Danny Thomas, introduced me to his mom. Since that time, she and I have maintained contact. I knew she had some health issues, and hoped she would conquer them. Wow! I will miss her more. She taught me some things about the LA Laker. I admired her sports knowledge and energy. She was a treasure. Danny, "If you get this message, please call Spann at 423-385-5155."

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Darrell Barber lit a candle and left comments before candle.

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To the Thomas family, I know your hearts are heavy at this time. But always find comfort in knowing GOD'S still in CONTROL!

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Beautiful dreams and memories will live on through the Thomas family and friends. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are offered at this time. Love, Marcia Borden Tolliver

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Beautiful dreams and memories of Ms Emma will live on through her family. We express our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Thomas family. Love your Cousin Marcia Borden Tolliver & family

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Beautiful dreams and memories will always be in your hearts of Ms Emma. Please accept our condolences and prayers for the Thomas family. Love , Marcia Borden Tolliver & family

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Sari & family, Our thoughts & prayers are with you as you celebrate your mom today! We light this candle in her memory.

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time... The Camp family

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Ms. Emma as I affectionately called her will be missed. I would see her out in the yard and then I would spring across to chat with her. I'm gonna miss your wise advice and your sweet voice. Rest in Peace my friend and we will meet again. To the family, my sincerest condolences. I pray God gives you comfort during this difficult time.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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