Laura Thomas

Laura Faye Thomas, 83, of Cape Girardeau died Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, at Saint Francis Medical Center.

She was born Oct. 30, 1937, in Jasper, Alabama, to James O. and Geanie B. Abbot Timmons. She and Marion Thomas were married Dec. 19, 1959, in Springfield, Missouri. He preceded her in death June 6, 2008.

Laura worked 18 years in insurance. She was a member of the Professional Business Women's Association and was president of the River Heritages Association.

She was a devout Baptist and was a member of Bethany Baptist Church, where she was a Sunday school teacher.

Survivors include three brothers, Jim Timmons of Michigan, Bill Timmons of Tennessee and Fred Timmons of Alabama; and a daughter-in-law, Teri Thomas of Cape Girardeau.

Laura was preceded in death by her parents, husband and son, Jeffrey Thomas.

There will be a private graveside service at Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery in Cape Girardeau, with the Rev. Shawn Wasson officiating.

Memorial contributions may be given to Teen Challenge or the Safe House.

Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.