James Paul Thomas

James Paul Thomas,54, of Tuckaseegee passed away November 8, 2017 following a brief illness. He was the son of the late Marie Hawks Thomas and J.Pelham Thomas. James was a carpenter and owner of Blue Ridge Porch. He was an active member and reenactor of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, Camp 1917- Jackson Rangers. In addition to his father: he is survived by five bossy sisters Sarah Jane Thomas of Asheville,NC, Susan Reynaud of Cullowhee, Nancy Davis of Crawfordville,FL, Mary Herman of Abingdon, VA and Martha Thomas of Dillsboro; special friend Dorcus Lundy Mason; two dogs, Peanut and Skippy; and a multitude of niece's and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 Saturday, November 11, 2017 at Cullowhee Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the church before the service starting at 1:30 pm. The Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp 1917-Jackson Rangers will conduct a memorial ceremony at the Cullowhee Baptist Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Jackson County Humane Society ARF POBox 298, Sylva, NC 28779 or Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp 1917-Jackson Rangers Mike Parris PO Box 693, Sylva, NC 28779