On August 14th, 2017, Beatrice Ann (Thomas) Thomas, wife of the late John M. Thomas, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family at the age of 83. Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Fodul and Azize (Yazback) Thomas. She was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School in Taunton. She committed her life to her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her devotion, passion, and strength will continue to shine through in the hearts and lives of her family. Beatrice was the mother of Cynthia A. Clark of Raynham, Patricia J. Thomas-Felici of Taunton, Judith M. Thomas of North Attleboro, John E. Thomas and his wife Kelli-Ann of Raynham, and Rosemary Senra and her husband Frank of South Dartmouth. She was preceded in death by her late siblings Akle Thomas, Michael Thomas, Mary Cole, Theresa Zatir, and Anthony Thomas. Beatrice was the grandmother of Rachael, Zachary, Zoe, Michaela, Emily, and Sophia. Great-grandmother of Bryson and Calynn. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. A Mass will be held at St Mary’s Church in Taunton on Saturday, August 19th at 8:30 am. Calling hours are omitted. Interment will be at St Joseph Cemetery in Taunton. Arrangements by the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home in Taunton. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in memory of Beatrice A. Thomas to support cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or via www.dana-farber.org/gift. Or by phone: 1800-525-4669.Visit our website at www.okeefewade.com to sign our online guestbook, obituaries & directions.