Jeanne Marie Thomas

Jeanne Marie Thomas
1931 - 2026

With love and gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Jeanne M. Thomas on June 15, 2026.

The daughter of William and Marie Dreisig, Jeanne grew up in Cleveland with her siblings Bill and Don, and graduated from Notre Dame College in 1952 with a degree in Education. She enjoyed teaching Biology and Physical Education to high school and college students, as well as working in Public Relations for Notre Dame College.

She married her husband Joe in 1958 and became a full time mother and homemaker. For over 3 decades she diligently raised her six children with great love. Being a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother was a privilege and family was her greatest blessing and source of pride. Watching her children and grandchildren play tennis, basketball, baseball, hockey, softball, swim and cheer was her favorite pastime. She never missed a birthday, sacrament, graduation, or milestone event as these were cherished opportunities to share her love with family.

She was a loyal parishioner at St. Michael’s Catholic Church. A devout Catholic, faith was the foundation of her life. She lived her beliefs daily through prayer, generosity, and an unwavering devotion to God. Jeanne had a remarkable ability to make everyone feel valued and loved. She was known for her warm smile, sunshine personality, and genuine interest in others. She made friends everywhere she went and was often the last person to leave church long after mass had ended.

Her life was rich with purpose, love and faith. Her example will continue to inspire all who knew her.

Jeanne is survived by her children: John (Patti) Thomas, Bob (Teresa) Thomas, Dave (Jenny) Thomas, Joe Thomas, Marie (Scott) Morse, and Jim (Debra) Thomas; her grandchildren: Brandon, Alexa, Erika, Laurel, Brittany, Ashley, Louie, Kelsey, Maria, Joey, Danny, Emily, William, Caroline, Charlie, JP, Olivia, Sabrina, Michael, Lauren and Jac; and 11 great grandchildren.

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 5:00p-6:30p at Paquelet Funeral Home, 1100 Wales Road NE, in Massillon. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, June 29th, 2026 at 11:00am at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 3340 St. Michael’s Boulevard NW, in Canton. A livestream option will be available on the website. The Committal will be at Calvary Cemetery in Massillon immediately following Mass.

In lieu of flowers or donations, please remember Jeanne and her family in your thoughts and prayers.