News of Bay Area great, Addie M. Thomas’ passing immediately set off a flood of heartfelt messages online from the gospel community. A respected and beloved musician to both Evergreen MBC, and Berkeley Mt. Zion MBC – she also served the Gospel Music Workshop Association – Northern California Chapter, and other local groups and choirs. (November 1, 1944 – January 14, 2012)
From Dr. Tim Poston, Sr.:
If there ever was a friend you could call even just to talk to, it was Addie.
From Joey Bumpus, Sr.:
RIP thanks for all the pep talks and encouragement: if I can touch somebody’s life as I pass along then my living shall not be in vain. You touched many your living was not in vain!!!!!!
From Rev. Robin Eldridge:
I appreciated you for always being willing to assist whomever you thought might need it. You were unselfish with your knowledge, your contacts and your resources. I thank God for having the opportunity to share life knowing you.
From Jeffery WIlliams:
R.I.P. wow Addie we were just laughing and talking Monday night…. Take your rest!!!!
Celebration of Life & Service details are included below:
Honoring the Music Ministry of Addie M. Thomas
Sunday, January 22, 2012 — 6PM
Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church
408 W. MacArthur Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94609
Bishop Frank Pinkard, Jr., Pastor
* Contact Tim & Sharon Poston [707] 421-8444 or Maverick Howard [510] 289-1511 for details and participation in the Musical *
Viewing (updated)
Monday, January 23, 2012 — 11:30AM – 5PM
CP Bannon Mortuary
6800 International Boulevard
Oakland, CA 94621-3504
(510) 632-1011
Celebration of Life
Tuesday, January 24, 2012 — 11AM
Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church
408 W. MacArthur Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94609
Bishop Frank Pinkard, Jr., Pastor
Repast
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Berkeley Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church
1400 8th Street
Berkeley, CA 94710
510-524-1204
Condolences can be sent to:
To the Family of Addie Thomas
5044 Buckboard Way
El Sobrante, CA 94803
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