Obituary:  Geraldine "Jerry" Mitchell Thomason, January 5, 2011

Contributed by Brenda Scott Hines
May 2011
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The Observer/Enterprise, Coke County, TX - January 14, 2011

THOMASON

Jerry Thomason

Geraldine "Jerry" Mitchell Thomason of Lufkin, was born on September 27, 
1922, in Collin County, Texas to the late James Elijah and Elizabeth Box 
Mitchell.  She passed from this life on January 5, 2011 at the age of 88.

Jerry spent most of her life in Coke County, Texas, and always considered 
herself  a "Rabbit Twister." She married James Austin "Whistle" Thomason 
in March of 1946 in Robert Lee, Texas. He preceded her in death in March 
of 1955. Jerry resided in Robert Lee, Texas, raising two sons, and serving 
as County Treasurer for twenty years until her retirement in 1987.  She 
was a member of the Robert Lee Chapter 187 Order of the Eastern Star for 
many years.  Mom will always be lovingly remembered for her devotion to 
family, unfailing good spirits, and resilience in the face of adversity. 
She was indeed a charter member of the Greatest Generation, selflessly 
doing that which had to be done without complaint or reservation. Godspeed 
and farewell, Mom, your love and sacrifice are your enduring legacy.

Preceded in death by her husband, parents, and eight siblings, Jerry is 
survived by two sons, Craig Thomason and wife April of San Antonio; Jack 
Thomason and wife Darla of Lufkin; Grandchildren Stacy Thomason of  
Denver, CO; Jill Weisner and husband John of Lufkin, Zachary Thomason and 
Benjamin Thomason of Lufkin; Great Grandchildren Kathryn and Luke Weisner 
of Lufkin; and many special Nieces and Nephews who were a blessing and 
comfort to her.    Visitation will be held Friday, January 7, 2011 at the 
funeral home with the family present from 6:00p.m to 8:00p.m.  Graveside 
services will be held at 10:00a.m., Saturday, January 8, 2011 at the 
Robert Lee Cemetery with Steve Peyton officiating.  Services are under 
the direction of Shaffer Funeral Home.


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