Marian Meade Thomas

Marian Meade Thompson Thomas, 92, passed away on June 3, 2024 after a rapid decline in health. Marian was born October 5, 1931 to the late Elizabeth Marian Meeks and Marvin Wellons Thompson. From the very beginning, she was a person to overcome adverse situations. She was the first baby placed in an incubator in a Charlotte hospital, born premature under 3 pounds. She just couldn't wait to get started! In her earlier years, Marian was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Danville, VA and was an accomplished graduate of George Washington High School Class of 1949. She attended Longwood College before meeting and marrying the love of her life, Walter Lea Thomas III in 1952. Soon after moving to Milton, she joined Milton United Methodist Church, serving many years as a Sunday school teacher. As a mother to 5 children, 6 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren, she still managed to stay active in her church and advancing her community. Marian was a member of the Milton Town Council, Milton Women’s Club, Caswell Historical Society, Daughters of the American Revolution and Wednesday Club of Danville. The Thomas Day/Yellow Tavern Restoration was a passion of hers for over 20 years, serving as President. Her energy and enthusiasm for this project was recognized twice, representing the organization at the White House. In addition, she was asked to serve on the advisory board for the Thomas Day collection in Raleigh, in coordination with the NC Cultural Resources. In her life, she tried to experience every adventure, from the city to the country, boating, and helicopter rides over glaciers in Alaska. She has been fortunate enough to travel to Europe, Mexico, several islands, Canada and various places in the United States and Nova Scotia. Her biggest adventure of all was raising her family here in Caswell County. Known by many names (Marian, Mom, Grandma, Amah and Gigi) she is much loved and has a family who truly cherishes her memory and storytelling. She has helped to instill many values, but most of all, she has taught her family to be strong in their Christian faith and service to the Lord, leading to a fuller, richer life. Marian is survived by her children Marilea Compton, Marc Thomas (Diane), Elizabeth Pressley (Robert), and Maribeth Howe (Hunter); grandchildren Caylen Myers (Luke), Lauryn Thomas, Kristen Dailey (Martin), Lea Thomas V, and Will Pressley; along with 5 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased in death by her love “Lea”, son Walter Lea Thomas IV (survived by Julie), and grandson Robert Pressley. Memorials may be made to Milton United Methodist Church, ℅ John Thomas, Treasurer, 8085 NC Hwy 62 North, Milton, NC 27305. Visitation will be held Friday, June 7 from 6:00-7:30 at Milton United Methodist Church. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 on Saturday, June 8, at Cedar Cemetery in Milton, NC. Wrenn-Yeatts Memorial Funeral Home of Yanceyville is respectfully serving the Thomas family.

Marian Meade Thomas

October 5, 1931 - June 3, 2024