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            <text>Lois Ann Thomas, 89, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at her residence.&#13;
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Born on June 1, 1934 in Gallipolis, Ohio, Lois was the daughter of the late Raymond O. and Esther L. Christy Gooch.  Lois married Wendell B. Thomas, who survives her in Gallipolis.  On September 19, 2023, Lois and Wendell celebrated 69 years of marriage.  Lois retired from Holzer Clinic and was a member of First Baptist Church where she served faithfully in multiple ministries for many years.  She loved the outdoors, sitting by the pool, reading, and spending time with her family.&#13;
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Lois is survived by her husband, Wendell B. Thomas of Gallipolis; son, Dave (Peggy) Thomas of Westerville, Ohio; daughter-in-law, Susan Thomas of Livermore, California; grandchildren, Andy (Tricia) Thomas, Sara Thomas, Jonathan (Erika) Thomas; Andrea Thomas; Erik Fields, and John (Holly) Fields; and two great grandchildren, Bailey and Alden Thomas.&#13;
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In addition to her parents, Lois was preceded in death by son, Greg  Thomas in 2007; brother, Thomas Gooch in 2023; and sister-in-law, Wanda Giles.&#13;
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The funeral service for Lois will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Willis Funeral Home with Dr. Fred Williams officiating.  Burial will follow in Ohio Valley Memory Gardens.  Friends and family may call prior to the service from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.  Pallbearers will be Andy Thomas, Jonathan Thomas, Don Tillis, Kent Shawver, Bill Wamsley, and Tim Snedaker.  &#13;
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In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Ohio Valley Christian School, 1100 Fourth Avenue, Gallipolis, Ohio in memory of Lois Thomas</text>
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