Obituaries

Evelyn D. Thomas

April 13th, 1923 – November 5th, 2024

Evelyn D. Thomas, age 101, formerly of Table Grove, IL, passed away at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at the Bethea Retirement Home of Darlington, SC. She was born April 13, 1923, in Astoria, a daughter of Arley and Marvel (Brainard) Batterton. Evelyn married Claire L. Thomas on March 12, 1941, in Palmyra, MO. Claire preceded Evelyn in death on March 17, 2009.

Evelyn is survived by her son Keith (and Phyllis) Thomas of Manning, SC.; three Grandchildren, Kirk Thomas, Ketra (and Dale) Miller, and Kary (and Amy) Thomas; four great grandchildren, Claira Miller, McKenzie Thomas, Jimmy Dale Miller and Hannah Miller.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband Claire L. Thomas, two sons Randall Thomas and Norman Thomas; one grandson Bradley Thomas; three brothers Virgil Batterton, Sheldon Batterton, and an infant brother Cordell Batterton.

Evelyn was a devoted farm wife for years but later was employed by the VIT Jr Sr High School as a cook from 1972-1990 when she retired. Evelyn was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary for 40 years. Evelyn was also an active member of the Table Grove Christian Church.
Evelyn and Claire enjoyed many years attending local square dances in surrounding Communities. Evelyn moved to Florence, SC in 2015 to live with her son Keith, later she moved to the Bethea Retirement Home in Darlington, SC.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A graveside service will be held at 10 am on Monday, November 18, 2024 in the Ipava Cemetery in Ipava, IL. Memorials may be given to Table Grove Rescue Squad.