PHYLLIS THOMAS

Phyllis (Witchey) Thomas, a steadfast presence in the Beallsville community, passed away on Feb. 1 at the age of 96. On Dec. 6, 1947 Phyllis married Billy Thomas. Together they built a life in Beallsville until his passing on July 19, 1989. For 25 years, Phyllis was a familiar face to generations of local children as a school bus driver for the Switzerland of Ohio School District. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy; granddaughter, Amy Starr; grandson, Mark Bilyeu; great-grandson, James Easley II; and brother, Jack Witchey. Surviving are six children: Susan (Bryan) Beisel, Cynthia (Skip) Pedigo, Billy (Shelly) Thomas, Joy (Jim) Yontz, Jana Barnhouse, and Timothy Thomas; 12 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Thurs., Feb. 5 from 5-7pm at Beallsville Church of Christ, 52125 TR 134, Beallsville where funeral services will be held Fri., Feb. 6 at 11am. Private interment will be in Beallsville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Beallsville Church of Christ, Beallsville, OH 43716. harperfh.net