Anita McNeely Thomas, 79, passed away on Sunday, September 17.
Visitation will be held at Brookhaven Funeral Home 894 Natchez Drive, Brookhaven, MS 39601 on Saturday, September 23, 2023  from 2:00-3:00 p.m. followed by memorial service at 3:00 p.m. at Brookhaven Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at Midway Cemetery, Meadville, MS.

She was born on January 15, 1944, in Bude, MS, to the late Helen Adams McNeely and Earl B. McNeely, Sr.
Christened as a child in the United Methodist Church in Roxie, she stayed close to her faith. Her favorite Christian song was "God on the Mountain". She often lovingly reminisced about her parents and growing up years.

As a devoted mother, she had a strong and endless love for her children. Rarely did a conversation not lead to her pride of each of her grandchildren . Nita was equally proud of each of their lives and accomplishments.
She retired from South Central Bell after 32 years. She began her career on the Natchez switchboard, but later transferred to Jackson where she worked in several different positions. After retirement, she worked part time for the Copiah Jefferson Regional Library System at several different branches. She is remembered by library patrons as a helpful librarian who was always ready to recommend a favorite book.

Her hobbies were reading, crossword puzzles, and antique shopping. She was a loving and supportive friend, and she had love and compassion for rescue animals and her beloved pets.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, E.B. McNeely, Jr.

Survivors include her son, Brad Thomas of Crystal Springs, daughter Bethany Thomas Wilson (David) of Columbus, and grandchildren Abby, Nathan and Caroline Wilson. She is also survived by her extended family and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Brookhaven Animal Rescue League or to J.T. Biggs, Jr. Memorial Library, Crystal Springs, MS, for books.

The family would like to thank Baptist Hospice of Columbus for their compassionate care.