THOMAS, KATIE MAEKatie M. Thomas, 72, passed away July 16, 2012 at Tri-County Hospital Williston, Florida. A Gainesville native she was a graduate of Lincoln High School and was nurtured in Church of God By Faith. Katie was preceded in death by her son Ronnie Thomas. Her memory will live on in the hearts of two sons Bernard Thomas, & his companion Kimberly Washington and Christian Thomas all of Gainesville, FL, two daughters Patrina Steele (Prank) Pamela Whittlesey (Walter) both of Columbus, GA, five sisters Mable Crawford, Archer, FL, Princess Simmons, Hempstead, NY, Barbara Thomas, Martha Miller Mary Edwards (Rev. Mack) all of Gainesville, FL, 6 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren numerous other relatives and many caring friends. Funeral Services for Ms. Thomas will be held at 10:30AM on Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Dr. N. LaMonte Newsome host pastor, Rev. Mack Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in St. Johns Cemetery Fairbanks, FL under the care of Chestnut Funeral Home 18 N.W. 8th Ave. Gainesville, FL. Visitation. Friday, 2:00-7:00 PM Chestnut Memorial Chapel and on Saturday at the 9:30 AM until the hour of the service. The cortege will form at the family home 1206 S.E. 3rd Ave at 9:45 AM'A Chestnut Service'