Janet Marie Thomas

Janet Marie Thomas went to her Heavenly Home on December 18th, 2020. Janet Marie Thomas was born on March 1, 1955 to the late Willie Frank Lewis and Willie Mae Felnoy-Lewis. Janet was one of the most loving, sweetest and kindest people that a person could meet. She never met a stranger and was loved by so many. She often referenced people by the names "sweetie," "baby" or "child" The love that she had for people resonated with them as so many adored her and fell in love with her warm spirit and gentle heart. Affectionately known as Nana, Momma J, Granny and AB, Janet was the matriarch of her family and was the glue to keeping everyone straight. A strong, independent woman who mothered and raised 7 children never missed a beat, and was the true definition of perseverance. She loved to cook and sing and take care of her family. She treasured family over everything and never let them forget how much she loved and treasured each one of them. She was a lifelong member of Mount Zion Tabernacle Holiness Church. Over the years, she served as an Usher, choir director and assistant secretary. She loved the songs "Real" and "This World is not my Home" Janet loved God and had a personal relationship with him. We know she is no longer in pain and is celebrating with THE KING and rejoicing that he has said to her "Janet, Well Done, my good and faithful Servant" She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, James Thomas Jr, 4 daughters; Alesis Vinson (James), Ilea Logan (Sireco), Desiree Thomas, and Dedra Thomas. 2 sons: James Thomas III, and Adam Thomas. Grandkids: Twama Lewis Hill, Jaquan Thomas, Jamal Thomas, Phillip Thomas, I'Laya Thomas, Zaniah Greene, Akeelah Osborne, Shyonna Osborne, Kenjarius Hall, Jaae'la Thomas, Jaylen Thomas, James "Tyree Thomas, Jazlyn Thomas, Javionna Thomas, Ariana Thomas, Elijah Thomas, and Sireco Logan. Great grandchild; Azlynn Irie Thomas. Sister, Shelia Lewis, Niece; Kimberly Lewis, Daughter in Law: Shae Thomas and 2 Special Daughters; Marina Horton and Jennifer Evans, and a host of great nieces and nephews. Proceeding her in death are: Parents; Legendary Willie Frank Lewis from the Original Fairfield Four Gospel Group, her Mother; Willie Mae Felnoy- Lewis, and son; Alexander Jarod Thomas. A memorial service to celebrate Janet will be held on Monday, December 28, 2020 at 12:30 in the afternoon at Mount Zion Tabernacle Holiness Church. The family will hold visitation 30 minutes prior to the service on Monday. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the Thomas family.