Oberlin - Beverly Ann Thomas, born February 12, 1960, passed away on May 20, 2025, at age 65.

She was a dedicated mother who loved her family deeply. Beverly was faithful to her church and the Lord, always ready to help others, even giving her last dime. She had a great sense of humor, was an excellent cook, and proudly made the best potato salad. Her kindness and faith will be remembered by all who knew her.

She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Bill Thomas; children, Valerie Thomas & husband, Shannon, Sr., Vanessa Thomas & husband, Clarence Pool, Eric Thomas, Sr. & wife, April; grandchildren, Jonathan, Zola, Eric, Jr., Shannon, Jr., Shaentasia, Whitney, Gabrielle, Sabrina, and Jackson; siblings, Celestine Comeaux & husband, Raymond and Clifford August.

She is preceded in passing by her parents, Paul August and Edna Cole: Siblings Mary Thomas and Ernest August; sister-in-law, Stella August.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 24th from 9:00 a.m., until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m., in the Reed Chapel at Riley Smith & Sons, 315 North 14th Street, Kinder, Louisiana. Pastor Dallas Thomas of the Progressive Church of God in Christ and Bishop Rodney Botley of Solid Rock Ministries will be officiating. Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery, Kinder, Louisiana. A repast will be held in the Smith Hall at Riley Smith & Sons at 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.