Betty Anne Nurney Thomas

Obituary for My Beloved Mother

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Betty Anne Nurney Thomas, who was 91 years old. She was the heart and soul of our family, whose kindness, wisdom, and unwavering love touched everyone she met. Throughout her life, she showed incredible strength, compassion, and grace, always putting others before herself and inspiring those around her with her gentle spirit.

Family and Loved Ones

She was the cherished daughter of Marvin Curtis (Miles/Puddin) Nurney and Annie Elizabeth Edwards Nurney. She shared a wonderful marriage with her devoted husband, James Willian (Mouse) Thomas, Sr. She is survived by her loving children: Ruth Gyman (Steve Gyman), Mae Campbell (Charles Campbell, Sr.), James William (Bill) Thomas, Jr. (Marilyn Thomas), and Beatrice (Bea) Ray (Noel Ray). Her legacy continues through her grandchildren Marcia Gannon (Pete), James William Thomas (JT), III, Beatrice (BeaJ) Ray, Betty Franklin (Kyle), Charles Campbell, Jr., David Gyman, Joseph Gyman, Sarah Call (Tanner), Rachel Gyman (Roycer), Benjamin Gyman, Steven Gyman, Jr. (Sydney), and Andrew Gyman and great-grandchildren Adam Grosse, Luna Siler, Marcus Siler, Jamie Call, Violet Call, and Charlotte Franklin, each of whom brought her immeasurable joy.

Career and Community

In the early years of her marriage to our dad, she worked tirelessly alongside him in the fields, demonstrating resilience and dedication. Later, she found success as an Avon representative, where her caring nature and hard work earned her the prestigious President’s Award year after year. Her career culminated in her role as Postmistress at the Elberon, Virginia post office, a position she held with pride and integrity as she served her community with compassion and reliability.

She will be deeply missed by her family and friends, who were blessed to have known her. Her memory will live on in the stories we share and the love we continue to spread in her honor. Though she is no longer with us, her legacy will remain in our hearts forever.

A funeral service will be held Monday, December 22, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. at Mill Swamp Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Mill Swamp Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Online condolences may be registered at www.littlefuneralhome.com