With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Bernice Pierce Thomas (Carrollton, Virginia), who passed away on May 8, 2020 at the age of 91. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bernice Pierce Thomas to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Johnny James Pierce and Selma Marie Nicholson Pierce; her husband Roy Vance Thomas; her son Roy Vance Thomas III; and her brother Edgar Pierce.

She is survived by: her children, Cynthia T. Roach (Shelby Van), Anne T. Beale (Marshall Aubrey) and William Robert Thomas; her grandchildren, Tina, Carrie, Shelli, Krissy, Abby, Justin and Megan; her great grandchildren, Ryan, Matthew, Victoria, Jonathan, Paul, Claire, Alyson, Hannah, James, Leo and Harper Grace; her great great grandchild Jack; and her siblings, Lillia Nicholson, Dee Modlin, Louise Phelps, James Otis Pierce, Delano Pierce and Randy Pierce.

In lieu of flowers the family suggest contributions to Medi Home Hospice, 11838 Rock Landing Dr Suite 140, Newport News, VA 23606.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Littles Funeral Home

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May 13, 2020

Janie Lou Nicholson Bryant lit a candle

“I always told Bernie she was the prettiest one in our family, and she was a sweet type of Classy, too! She would light up any room, any gathering! 🥰 I always loved and admired her ❤️ Our hearts are sad, and she will be missed...but HEAVEN is rejoicing 🙌 Oh what a Reunion!! Thank you, Bernie, for “Your Light,” that touched my life and so many others.....Much Love and GOD’s Blessings to our wonderful Family now and the days and times ahead ❤️ Her Light remains.....🌟”

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