Dorothy S. Thomas
August 2, 1917 ~ May 12, 2010
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at 11:00A.M. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church Morganza, MD with Fr. Keith Woods officiating. Interment will follow in Queen of Peace Cemetery, Helen, Maryland.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 from 10:00-11:00 A.M. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Morganza, Maryland.
Dorothy Clara (Somerville) Thomas, 92, of Loveville, MD died May 12, 2010 in Solomon’s Nursing Center, Solomon’s, MD. Born August 2, 1917 in Loveville, MD she was the daughter of the late John Thomas Somerville and Mary Alberta Somerville. Dorothy was the loving wife of Joseph “Harold” Thomas, Sr. whom she married on July 6, 1956. Dorothy is survived by her husband Joseph “Harold” Thomas, Sr. She is also survived by her children Joseph Harold Thomas, Jr. of Loveville, MD, and Gilberta R. Campbell and her husband James C. Campbell, Sr. of Great Mills, MD her two grandchildren James Campbell, Jr. and Colby Thomas Campbell and her sister Vincena C. Dickerson. Dorothy is preceded in death by her Brothers John T. Somerville, Jr., Francis Ennis Somerville, Sisters Margaret Elizabeth Frederick, Mary Virginia Hall, and Agnes Theresa Thompson. Dorothy received her initial teacher training at Bowie State College, Bowie, Maryland. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from Morgan State College (1941). Dorothy went on to pursue additional training at George Washington University and Howard University. Dorothy began her service in the public school system in St. Mary’s County teaching at Scotland Elementary School (1941-1942), proceeded to Jarboesville school in Hermanville, MD (1942-1948), Mechanicsville (1948-1955), and White Marsh (1955-1957). Dorothy took a two year maternity leave and returned to White Marsh, teaching from (1959-1963). She proceeded to teach at Banneker Elementary School (1963-1966) and ended her teaching career at Leonardtown Elementary School (1966-1977) having completed thirty-four years of service. After retirement, she continued with providing educational service through tutorial services, adult education, and bible study to children in union with the Catholic Church, and working with special education programs in St. Mary’s County school system. Dorothy belonged to the National Educational Association, and Maryland State Education. She was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May, 18, 2010 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Morganza, MD where a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM with Fr. Keith Woods officiating. Interment will follow in Queen of Peace Cemetery, Helen, MD.
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“Heaven has definately received another angel. Mrs. Thomas was a lovely lady, and the most caring person I ever had the pleasure to meet. She was an excellent teacher, and cared for all her students. My prayers are with her family, in this very difficult time. “
“Harold, Gilberta, Harold Jr, & Family: Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during your time of loss. Dorothy gave much to many and it takes a special person to become a teacher and not only give herself unconditionally to her family but also on a daily basis to so many others. May your loving memories of her get you through each day. “
“We have lost a truly wonderful person with Mrs. Thomas’ passing. She was my 2nd grade teacher at Leonardtown and seeing her through the years she always remembered me and always asked about the family and what I was doing. I remember so much of her teachings and as I read this, I remember finger painting and her teaching me how to correctly pronounce the word “hors d’ ouvers” and remember so clearly how she laughed at my pronunciation (as I think back now, I laugh at how I pronounced it also) and then taught me the correct pronunciation of it. She was indeed a great teacher. I have always thought of her over the years and each time I saw her she was always smiling. She was a very special person and will truly be missed. My sympathies to the family. Tanya Butler”
“Whenever I’d pass by Mrs. Thomas’ house I’d often wonder how she was doing (now I know). Mrs. Thomas was my favorite teacher at Leonardtown Elementary. She was not just an ordinary teacher, Mrs. Thomas gave that motherly love and attention to all of her students. She cared about you and wanted you to have the best education that she could possibly give. I will never forget how special she was to me. To the Thomas family, I pray that God will continue to give you grace and peace in this most needed time. (Her living was not in vain) “
“Harold and Family: We were very sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing. She fought a long fight, but in spite of her illness, she was always so pleasant when we (Marie and Lorraine) would visit. We’ll remember her and the family in our prayers.”
“May God send you blessings and gentle comfort during this time of sadness and sorrow .My prayers are with you all. Bessie Jordan daughter”
“I am so, sorry for your loss. Your family has our Condolences. Deborah A. Bond-Austin and Arthur C. Austin 711 Fawn Lake Drive Newport News, VA”
“Family: So sorry for your loss. May God encamp his angels around each and everyone of you and give you peace and strength. Lean not to your own understanding.”