Frank Linney Thomas

Frank Linney Thomas, of Zionville NC, passed away Saturday evening, December 21, 2024. Frank celebrated many accomplishments during his 95 years. Most of all, he cherished his role as husband of 60 years to his wife, Evanell Trivette Thomas.

They lovingly raised two children: Brent Thomas (Asheville) and Brenda Warren (Zionville). Frank took great pleasure in his most important role as "Papaw" to his grandchildren, Emily Warren (Durham) and PO2 Nathaniel Thomas Warren (Banner Elk).

Frank demonstrated a life of service and faith to both his country and community. He enlisted in the Army and served during the Korean War. He was proud to be a Veteran. Frank was a lifelong Member/Deacon of Union Baptist Church. He had an active voice and presence in the Watauga County PTA/School System, Zionville Volunteer Fire Department, Meals on Wheels, Local Election Sites, and Mountaineer Ruritan Club.

Frank served to make our nation, community, city, and state better places by volunteering/serving for over a total of 150 years with and for the important organizations listed above.

Frank was preceded in death by one sister, Edith Thomas, brothers, Otto Thomas, and Bower Thomas.

In lieu of food or flowers, please consider a donation to: Mountaineer Ruritan Club, 1161 US-321, Sugar Grove, NC 28679.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Frank and Evanell at Union Baptist Church on Saturday, January 4, at 11:00 am. Refreshments will be served after service. All their friends are welcome to attend. Burial will follow at a later date at the Union Baptist Church Cemetery.  Reverend David Lunceford Officiating.

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