Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
NameJanice Carol THOMAS 
636, Janice Carol (Thomas) Walker,134, BIRTH: BOWMAN, WENDY JO
636, Janice Carol (Thomas) Walker,134, BIRTH: BOWMAN, WENDY JOBirthSep 29, 1946, Alamance County, North Carolina636, Janice Carol (Thomas) Walker
DeathDec 7, 2024636, Janice Carol (Thomas) Walker
FatherEulas Vance THOMAS (1903-1980)
MotherAnnie Lee PERRY (1903-1991)
Obituary Online notes for Janice Carol THOMAS
12/12/2024
Janice Carol (Thomas) Walker
September 29, 1946 ~ December 7, 2024 (age 78)
Our precious caring and loving mother, Janice Carol Thomas Walker, 78 of Elon, gained her heavenly wings on Saturday, December 7th peacefully at home with family surrounding her, after 4 years of vascular dementia and several days of failing health.
Mom was born and raised here in Alamance County, on September 29, 1946, daughter of the late Eulas Vance Thomas Sr and Annie Perry Thomas.
Mom worked in the hosiery business for several years after graduating from Western Alamance High School in 1962, mom married James H. Bowman and was blessed with 2 daughters. Mom and dad divorced amicably and remarried Larry Walker, which had 2 bonus daughters. Mom then worked for Carolina Biological in the Order Entry/Customer Service Department. At 53, mom decided on a career change to be able to help people more than she already had as it was her gift and passion. Enrolling at Alamance Community College she completed her studies and was in the top 3 of her class. Mom became a Certified Nursing Assistant and was immediately hired by Ralph L Scott Life Services several years later she chose what was then known as Hospice & Palliative Care Center of Alamance County now known as AuthoraCare Collective. Mom was a devoted employee no matter where she worked or served, always showing so much care and compassion to her patients, their families there at the Hospice Home on Alamance Road, then retired after 16 years. Shortly before she retired Mom worked for Rich and Thompson Funeral Services part time for a few years as my stepdad started having some health issues, so she lovingly became his nurse. Many, many friends were made along with some great co-workers during her time with these companies. Many are still so special and dear to our hearts and family. Mom was an avid reader, loved animals, as all were spoiled rotten up until her last beloved dog, Muffie. (Mom even rescued stray cats from the neighborhood by crawling under houses and raising them until another good home could be found). Mom had a beautiful alto voice and sang in choir and was part of the communion team at her church, City Lake Baptist. Mom also was a strong witness for God and led several to Christ. She enjoyed flowers and plants and oh boy did she have a green thumb like her momma and always loved a good Hallmark movie.
As subtle changes in moms every day life occurred, she experienced a bad fall and was diagnosed with vascular dementia and need daily assistance. As a family we decide we would laugh instead of cry as mom had a cute sense of humor. As her disease progressed, her speech and thoughts we troubled, so we decided to speak “Rabbit” when she was having a difficult time. Many laughs were shared along with a few tears. Mom often spoke of “Home” aka Heaven early on. As the last days approached and she was ready to transition, she said she wasn’t ready which surprised us. Then a few days before she passed, mom said Jesus was at the end of her bed and she told him she was not ready, I don’t know how to go, I need a ride. A day or so later mom gentle took in a deep breath, and it was her last, she was on her way to her new home in heaven and we can only imagine that reunion celebration the occurred.
Survivors include her daughters Wendy Bowman Bryant (Mark) Jessica Bowman Hursey (Chris) of Elon; her bonus daughters Sherry W Moore of Atkinson and Carolyn W Humphrey (Jim) of Elon; her grandchildren, Savannah Hursey, Ali B Norton (Jacob) Bud Hursey (Geena),Tyler Hursey (Mary Kate), Jacob Bryant (Ana Karen) Colton Hursey, Kevin Shepard, Derek Edwards(Taylor) and Blake Edwards; her great grandchildren, Trey, Kira, Ellie, Daisy, Talia, Brayden and Bayleigh; her brother Larry Thomas, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, numerous nieces and nephews.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by husband's James Bowman and Larry Walker, her granddaughter Lizzie Hursey and also her sisters, Cleo, Lucille, Edith, Edna, Juanita and brothers Junior, Robert, Phillip and Walter and several rainbow babies.
A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, December 13th at Hope Church 1606 W. Davis St, Burlington, NC with Pastor Garry Baldwin officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until 11:00 am prior to the service at the church and all other times at their homes.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to AuthoraCare Collective, 904 Chapel Hill Road Burlington, NC 27215 or to an animal shelter of your choice. You may share online memories of Janice as well as condolences by visiting www.omegafsc.com.
Arrangements are in the care of Omega Funeral Service & Crematory. 636, Janice Carol (Thomas) Walker
Janice Carol (Thomas) Walker
September 29, 1946 ~ December 7, 2024 (age 78)
Our precious caring and loving mother, Janice Carol Thomas Walker, 78 of Elon, gained her heavenly wings on Saturday, December 7th peacefully at home with family surrounding her, after 4 years of vascular dementia and several days of failing health.
Mom was born and raised here in Alamance County, on September 29, 1946, daughter of the late Eulas Vance Thomas Sr and Annie Perry Thomas.
Mom worked in the hosiery business for several years after graduating from Western Alamance High School in 1962, mom married James H. Bowman and was blessed with 2 daughters. Mom and dad divorced amicably and remarried Larry Walker, which had 2 bonus daughters. Mom then worked for Carolina Biological in the Order Entry/Customer Service Department. At 53, mom decided on a career change to be able to help people more than she already had as it was her gift and passion. Enrolling at Alamance Community College she completed her studies and was in the top 3 of her class. Mom became a Certified Nursing Assistant and was immediately hired by Ralph L Scott Life Services several years later she chose what was then known as Hospice & Palliative Care Center of Alamance County now known as AuthoraCare Collective. Mom was a devoted employee no matter where she worked or served, always showing so much care and compassion to her patients, their families there at the Hospice Home on Alamance Road, then retired after 16 years. Shortly before she retired Mom worked for Rich and Thompson Funeral Services part time for a few years as my stepdad started having some health issues, so she lovingly became his nurse. Many, many friends were made along with some great co-workers during her time with these companies. Many are still so special and dear to our hearts and family. Mom was an avid reader, loved animals, as all were spoiled rotten up until her last beloved dog, Muffie. (Mom even rescued stray cats from the neighborhood by crawling under houses and raising them until another good home could be found). Mom had a beautiful alto voice and sang in choir and was part of the communion team at her church, City Lake Baptist. Mom also was a strong witness for God and led several to Christ. She enjoyed flowers and plants and oh boy did she have a green thumb like her momma and always loved a good Hallmark movie.
As subtle changes in moms every day life occurred, she experienced a bad fall and was diagnosed with vascular dementia and need daily assistance. As a family we decide we would laugh instead of cry as mom had a cute sense of humor. As her disease progressed, her speech and thoughts we troubled, so we decided to speak “Rabbit” when she was having a difficult time. Many laughs were shared along with a few tears. Mom often spoke of “Home” aka Heaven early on. As the last days approached and she was ready to transition, she said she wasn’t ready which surprised us. Then a few days before she passed, mom said Jesus was at the end of her bed and she told him she was not ready, I don’t know how to go, I need a ride. A day or so later mom gentle took in a deep breath, and it was her last, she was on her way to her new home in heaven and we can only imagine that reunion celebration the occurred.
Survivors include her daughters Wendy Bowman Bryant (Mark) Jessica Bowman Hursey (Chris) of Elon; her bonus daughters Sherry W Moore of Atkinson and Carolyn W Humphrey (Jim) of Elon; her grandchildren, Savannah Hursey, Ali B Norton (Jacob) Bud Hursey (Geena),Tyler Hursey (Mary Kate), Jacob Bryant (Ana Karen) Colton Hursey, Kevin Shepard, Derek Edwards(Taylor) and Blake Edwards; her great grandchildren, Trey, Kira, Ellie, Daisy, Talia, Brayden and Bayleigh; her brother Larry Thomas, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, numerous nieces and nephews.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by husband's James Bowman and Larry Walker, her granddaughter Lizzie Hursey and also her sisters, Cleo, Lucille, Edith, Edna, Juanita and brothers Junior, Robert, Phillip and Walter and several rainbow babies.
A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, December 13th at Hope Church 1606 W. Davis St, Burlington, NC with Pastor Garry Baldwin officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until 11:00 am prior to the service at the church and all other times at their homes.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to AuthoraCare Collective, 904 Chapel Hill Road Burlington, NC 27215 or to an animal shelter of your choice. You may share online memories of Janice as well as condolences by visiting www.omegafsc.com.
Arrangements are in the care of Omega Funeral Service & Crematory. 636, Janice Carol (Thomas) Walker