Bernadette Thomas Obituary in Opelousas at Ford & Joseph Funeral Home

Obituary For Bernadette Thomas

OPELOUSAS – A mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Opelousas, LA for Ms. Bernadette Thomas, 68, who entered eternal rest on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center in Lafayette, LA. Interment will be in St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church Cemetery in Grand Coteau, LA.

Fr. Manie Manuel, S.V.D., will be officiating the funeral mass.

Ms. Thomas’ memories are being cherished by: her son, Wallace James (Laurie) Thomas of Zachary, LA; three daughters, Dionne Marie Thomas of Opelousas, LA, Melinda Antoinette Thomas-Trahan (Fredrick) of D’Iberville, MS and Mary Thomas-Simon (Quinn) of Lafayette, LA; three brothers, Joseph Lloyd (Helen) Robert of Houston, TX, Joseph Anthony (Carolyn) Thomas of Carencro, LA and Mark (Rhonda) Miller of Opelousas, LA; four sisters, Mary Earline Levine of Galveston, TX, Dorothy Landry-Scott and Patsy Thompson, both of Houston, TX and Queen Esther Auzenne (Cleveland) of Leonville, LA; twelve grandchildren; one great grandchild; two bonus blessings, Dr. Tiffany Renee Johnson (Sean) of Texas and Tyler James Minick of New Orleans, LA; two Godchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by: her parents, Wallace and Cordelia Hawkins Thomas; one brother, Joseph Wallace Thomas; and one sister, Gloria Payne.

The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to: The Staff of Lake Charles Memorial and Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 23, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Ford and Joseph Funeral Home in Opelousas, LA. A rosary will be held at 10:00 a.m.

Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com

Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 907 N. Market St., Opelousas, LA, (337) 942-6750, is in charge of arrangements.

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My prayers and love are sincerely shared with Ms. Queen & Family. My deepest condolences... HUGs
-Keysuana M. Espree

May your soul rest in peace, Ms. B. May the lord wrap his arms around your family . Kirk, Tressa Fontenot and Family ❤️

Sending hugs and prayers your way!

Sending our prayers and condolences to the Thomas family Charlie & Felecia Loftin Charlie

My prayers are with the family. She fought a good fight. The Lord prevails. His will is done. She's at peace with our Lord. The Lord is with you as you navigate this new and difficult journey.

Please accept my sincere condolences. Charles Jagneux

I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved mother. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. May cherished memories bring you comfort, and may the love that surrounds you provide strength. My thoughts are with you and your family. Love y'all. Wendy Babineaux

Dionne May you and your family find strength through the Holy Spirit to ensure the loss of your dear mother. She fought a good fight and Dionne you were there. Continuously Ora 🙏🏽💐🕊️

Catherine Bellard

Condolences to the Family Tara Manuel and Family

Prayers for you and your family 🙏🏽🙏🏽

Lifting your family in prayer and sending my deepest condolences to you all.

Rhonda Joubert Florence

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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