Celebrating the life of
Louise Hamilton Thomas
March 23, 1933 - January 07, 2026
Louise Hamilton Thomas, 92, died early evening of January 7, 2026, at Halifax Health Hospice in Edgewater, Florida. For the past four years, she resided at The Addison House in Port Orange, Florida.
Louise was born in Bryan County, Georgia, on March 23, 1933. She was the daughter of the late Hannah and Clark Hamilton. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Evelyn Davis and Mary Hunt; her brothers, CT Hamilton, Harry Hamilton, Homer Hamilton, and her twin, Leland Hamilton;
as well as Wilson Davis and RT Davis.
Mrs. Thomas attended and graduated from Savannah High School.
Louise was married to the Love of her Life, Reppard "Doc" Thomas for 61 years. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Thomas Creel and her husband Bish, her son, Stephen D Thomas and his wife Cindy; her grandchildren, Leah Creel, Chandler Creel and his wife Jenna, Travis Thomas and his wife Ashley, and Madison Thomas Hulker and her husband Brad; and her two great grandchildren, Caden Thomas Creel and Lucy Louise Hulker.
Louise was a very active member of Cresthill Baptist Church for 70 years, where she was a spiritual influence to many, especially within the youth group. She sang in the choir, served as GA Director, and worked tirelessly on the Hospitality committee.
She enjoyed many mornings on the intracoastal waterway drinking coffee and crabbing with her beloved Doc. Her favorite weekend adventures included boating with family and friends to Ossabaw and Wassaw Islands for picnics and fun. She and Doc also enjoyed traveling and camping to many National Parks.
Her faith shaped her life and family, and her legacy of love, service, and devotion will continue to live on in all who knew her.
A visitation will be this Friday, January 16, 2026, at Fox & Weeks Hodgson Chapel from 5:00p.m. until 7:00p.m. The graveside service will at 10:30a.m., Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Forest Lawn Memory Garden. There will also be a celebration of life at 2:00p.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the Higher Ground Baptist Church.
"Aunt Louise was not actually my aunt, but she treated me like family and was family to me. Her daughter, Donna, and I met in high school and have been close friends ever since. During our high school and early college years, I spent many nights at their home. Aunt Louise and Uncle Doc were like second parents to me. They influenced me in so many ways, especially spiritually - and teaching me how to "roll" houses. Throughout the next 50+ years we remained close and kept in touch. She always had a smile for me and made me feel like she was thrilled to see me. The last time we saw Aunt Louise was in July 2024 when we visited her in Port Orange. She was losing her vision due to macular degeneration, but she still walked around the building every morning. She took us on a tour of the Addison House. She was very proud of her new home. Back in her room, as we talked, her love for the old hymns came up. Lindy started singing 'I'll Fly Away' and she joined in with him, and they continued singing 3 or 4 more hymns. It was the sweetest moment! I didn't want it to end. I didn't have my phone and couldn't video them. I regret that because that video would have been such a treasure for so many. Aunt Louise and Uncle Doc were and always will be such an important part of my life. They contributed so much to who I am today, and I will always be grateful for their love and all the wonderful times we spent together.
- Debbie (and Lindy) Moore, Savannah, GA
Aunt Louise was my Great Aunt. I will always remember her and Uncle Doc and our Thomas Family Reunions and lunches when we were able to get together. She was a great lady and full of love. Always had a kind and loving way. She will surely be missed but Heaven has gotten a new Angel.
- Debra Phillips VanBrackle, Guyton, GA
I had so many special times with Louise. She was a very important part of our years at Cresthill Baptist Church. We had so much fun on those trips to Wassau Island. It was an all day occasion. We got up early to make a picnic. Louise would fry chicken and I made taco salad. Of course, we had lemon bars! She and I enjoyed those late lights when she was making Donna's wedding dress. I recently called Louise and we had fun laughing and talking about our special memories. Much love to Donna, Bish, Steve, Cindy and families. We love Doc, Louise and family! Hiawatha and Don Henry
- Hiawatha Henry, Lawrenceville, Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Fri, January 16, 2026
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Graveside Service
- 10:30a.m. on Sat, January 17, 2026
- Forest Lawn Memory Gardens
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315 Greenwich Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404
- Celebration of Life
- 2:00 p.m. on Sat, January 17, 2026
- Higher Ground Church
-
9120 Whitefield Ave (map)
SAVANNAH GA 31406 - 912355-1505
