Doris Perry Thomas

Doris Perry Thomas, 85, of Epps Clark Road, Siler City died Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at her residence. Mrs. Thomas was born in Chatham County on February 29, 1928 the daughter of Wade and Lillian (Johnson) Perry. She was a member of Sapling Ridge United Methodist Church and worked for Glendale Hosiery for 41 years as a supervisor. Doris was active in her church and community, volunteering countless hours with the Silk Hope Ruritan Club's events, especially the making of their homemade ice cream. She is survived by a nephew, Jeff Perry of Siler City, NC; great-niece, Crystal Perry Sharp of Siler City, NC; great-nephew, Les Perry of Siler City, NC; step-children, Sharon Church of Asheboro, NC, Craig Thomas of Siler City, NC, Kenny Thomas of Siler City, NC; five step-grandchildren, four; step-great-grandchildren; special friend, Margaret Pugh of Pittsboro, NC. Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Thomas and a brother, Wade Perry, Jr. The family will receive friends Friday, June 28, 2013 from 6:00-9:00 pm at Smith & Buckner Funeral Home, 230 North Second Avenue, Siler City, NC. The funeral will be Saturday, June 29, 2013 at 2:00 PM at Sapling Ridge United Methodist Church, 5016 Silk Hope-Gum Spring Road, Pittsboro with Rev. Jason Dickerson, Rev. Lamont Hemminger and Rev. Steve Moore officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Sapling Ridge United Methodist Church. Online condolences maybe made at www.pughfuneralhome.com