Nancy Thomas, 86, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025, after an eight-year battle with Alzheimer’s.
Nancy had a love for family, dancing, cooking, camping, sewing, teaching, all things Christmas, her dogs, shopping, and meeting new people. “Mrs T,” as all her students called her, loved spending time with each student she had the chance to interact with– from teaching her students how to dance or tumble, to teaching her kids and grandkids how to make her favorite caramel rolls, German noodles, or how to thread a needle. Her infectious laugh and spunky, energetic personality will always be remembered.
Nancy Jane was born to Harry and Coral Graves on March 30, 1938. She is survived by her husband of 66 years Joe Thomas; children Todd (Cheryl) Thomas, Jodi (Mike) Sawatzke, Tracy (Bryan) Bruns, Shawn (Melissa) Thomas and Greyson Thomas; grandchildren Amanda (Jake), Ashley, Taylor (Kelly), Tanner (Amanda), Laura (Mike), Logan, Derek (Melissa), Riley (Alec), Erin (Zac), and Emily (Zach); step grandchildren Jenny, Britney, and Dalton; 18 great-grandchildren; 5 step great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Celebration of life was held on March 31 at The Waters Church in Sartell, Minnesota. Visitation took place from 9:30 to 11:00, and the service began at 11:00. Nancy’s favorite treats were served following the service.
Memorials can be given to The Alzheimer Association at www.alz.org.