Elizabeth Thomas

Marion, Va 

Elizabeth Thomas age 80, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024 at Valley Healthcare Center, Chilhowie, Va. 

Elizabeth was born in Black Hawk, SD. She was a devoted wife, a wonderful Mother, and a “Mom-Mom.” Elizabeth was a woman who lived life fully and loved wholeheartedly. She had an unmatched passion for bringing people together. She knew the magic of creating memories, whether it was a camping trip under the stars, a festive party filled with laughter, or a simple gathering of family and friends. She found joy in the crackling of a campfire, or sitting around a table forming bonds over meals prepared with love. Her love for celebrations wasn’t just about get-togethers; it was mostly about the people, the connections, and the love shared in those moments. She made everyone feel welcomed, valued, and at home. Her energy was magnetic, she could light up a room with her smile and infectious laugh. But at the core of everything she did was her faith. Elizabeth lived as an example of kindness, humility, and grace. She carried her faith in her heart and actions, showing us all what it meant to love and serve unconditionally. Her belief in God gave her strength in hard times and made her a source of comfort and wisdom for so many. While we will miss her dearly, her legacy lives on in the countless lives she touched. She taught us to find joy in the little things, to cherish the beauty of community, and to hold tightly to our faith in every season of life. We will honor her by carrying forward the lessons she taught us: to gather, celebrate, and love deeply. May her memory be the light that guides us, just as her life was a shining example of love and faith. Rest in peace, you will be forever loved and remembered.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Mary Michelson; daughters, Cheryl Seagul and Deborah Thomas; and son, Donald Thomas.  

Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 60 years, Donald Thomas of Marion, Va.; daughter, Sherry McVey and husband, Roland of Abingdon, Va.; sons, Alan Seagul of Oklahoma and Tony Rose of California; sister, Susie ‘Sue’ Valdez of Arkansas; brother, Thomas Michelson of Canada; nine grandchildren, Donald Thomas and wife, Jen, Tommy Benton and wife, Michelle, Lisa Schibinger and husband, Shane, Jennifer Harris and husband, Luke, Wendy Smith and husband, Branden, Brian Benton and wife, Nicole, Chelsea Osorio and husband, Tony, Amanda Steinbach and husband, John, Heather McVey; twenty three great- grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and their families; special friends, Sue Horgan and Hope Prout.  

Services will be held at a later date.

To share memories of Elizabeth Thomas please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Elizabeth has been entrusted to Fraziers’ Seaver-Brown Funeral Service & Crematory, 237 East Main Street, Marion, Va. 24354.