Ms. Cammie Jo Thomas' Obituary
A Celebration of Life for Mrs. Cammie Jo Colburn Thomas, 70, of Alexander City, will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Goodwater Baptist Church. Bro. Ed Frantz will officiate.
Cammie Jo Thomas passed away on February 10, 2025 and began her journey down the streets of gold. She did not fear death because she knew where she was going and who would be waiting there for her. Born on May 26, 1954, Cammie was the daughter of Mr. Howard Wesley Colburn and Mrs. Dorothy June Nelson Colburn. From the moment she arrived, there was a light that seemed to follow her throughout her journey on Earth. It could be seen in her smile, felt in her hugs, tasted in her cooking, and heard in her thoughtful farewells. Cammie leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering optimism that touched the hearts of all who knew her.
Cammie's professional life was marked by dedication and hard work. For 32 years, she was a valued employee at Russell Corporation. Upon retiring, she decided to return to school to pursue a career in radiology, proving that it's never too late to chase your dreams. Cammie never feared dreaming and lived off the excitement of enjoying the simple beauty that life had to offer. She was an animal lover of all kinds, but there were two animals that often held a higher place in her heart. Cammie loved horses and spent several years with the Alexander City Equestrian Club. She also loved cats and the joy that came with each
purr, meow, and wet-nosed kiss.
Cammie loved the Lord and lived a life that displayed the very essence of a 'good and faithful servant.' She was a lifelong member of Goodwater Baptist Church and served her church faithfully by playing the piano for 15 years. There was beauty that she found through singing the words of the old hymns and by the graceful dancing of her fingers over the keys. Her talents seemed to know no limits as she was also a gifted cook and talented baker. For 15 years, she delighted the customers of Winn Dixie with her creations and was able to use that gift to bake a wedding cake for her daughter's wedding. The last major project she completed was an impressive cake of Lake Martin's Chimney Rock which left others speechless.
The past 3 years were spent at Brown's Nursing Home where she gained many friends through the residents and staff that were always guaranteed to receive a playful, "Love you, Squirt," on their way out the door. Her fun-loving personality even earned her the title of Mrs. Brown's Nursing Home in 2023. Nothing brought her more joy than her family who knew her by many names- "Mama," "Maw Maw Jo," and "NeNe." There was never any doubt on how much she loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren because you knew it would either be "to the moon and back," "a bushel and a peck," or "more than the giant trash can." Cammie had a heart of gold that provided warmth to anyone in her presence. She never stumbled over words of anger but always remained calm and optimistic. It's no surprise that Spring was her favorite season, a time that often symbolizes renewal and happiness after the long, cold winter months. It was a season that perfectly encapsulated Cammie's spirit-one that taught you to never fear the darkness but to remember that the warmth and joy of spring will always come.
"To my friends & family I leave you with these words-
Love each other, forgive each other, and find light in your darkest hours.
Do not cry for me because I am where I dreamed to be.
Instead, love for me, forgive for me,
And by kind for me."
Cammie is survived by her daughters, Tammy (John) Mitchell, Amber Hayes; grandchildren, Celeste Hayes, Reid (Derrick) Roberts, Reagan (Adam) Richie, Seth O'Neal, Colton Hayes, Conner Hayes, Claudia Mitchell, Claire Mitchell, Abigail (Dylan) Hydrick; great-grandchildren, Tucker Roberts, Riley Roberts, Anders Richie, Atticus Richie; sister, Christine Colburn (Junior) Harrell; brothers, Howard (Marty) Colburn, Edward Colburn; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Thomas; parents, Howard & Dorothy Colburn; and brother, Walter Colburn.
Radney Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Cammie Jo Thomas.
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