Graveside services for Imogene “Jean” Thomas Bullock, 89, of Whitesboro will be held at 11:30 AM on Friday, February 22, 2019 at Oakwood Cemetery in Whitesboro, officiated by Rev. Adam Spore. There will be a time of visitation for friends and family on Thursday, February 21, 2019 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Meador Funeral Home in Whitesboro.
Jean was called to her Heavenly home on Monday, February 18, 2019 at Texoma Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on April 23, 1929 in Collinsville, Texas to George and Minnie Mae (Perry) Welch. She married Dwight L. Thomas and together they had six sons. They were married until his passing in 1980. She then married Joe L. Bullock in 1985 and they were married until his passing. Jean was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Whitesboro, she was always willing to offer a helping hand to anyone who needed one. In her earlier years she owned and operated the Dairy Queen in Whitesboro as well as the Odd Penny Café in Whitesboro, she also worked at the drugstore and for the sewing factory all while raising her children. In her later years she went to work and retired from Johnson and Johnson in Sherman. She was a wonderful cook and loved to cook for her family and friends, her Hello Dollie cookie bars were famous in her family as well as her cheese logs at Christmas time. Jean loved sports and enjoyed watching football, baseball and basketball, whether on TV, live, or watching her children and grandchildren playing. Most of all she loved her kids and her grandchildren, being honored with the ability to be able to raise one of them. She was an amazing woman and loved by many who knew her.
Jean is survived by her son, Jim Thomas and wife, Kay of Whitesboro, son, Jerry Thomas and wife, Cathy of Belton, son, Lynn Thomas and wife, Kathy of Whitesboro, son Ricky Thomas and wife, Kathy of Gordonville, son, Chuck Thomas and wife, Lucy of Gordonville, son, John Thomas and wife, Christine of Woodbine, twelve grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Minnie Welch, husband, Dwight Thomas, husband, Joe Bullock, brothers, Bill Welch, Bud Welch, Bob Welch, John Welch, sisters, Mary Gann Settle, Anna Watson and Mae Harris.
Sweetest lady ever. So sorry for the loss of Jean. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Words can not begin to tell all of you how sorry I am. Jean was a second mom to me growing up. She was always there for us no matter what. She earned her wings here on earth and now she officially has them in heaven. She was one of the greatest women I had the pleasure to know and love.
So sorry for your loss.Sending prayers.
I always loved your mother, and I thought she was just beautiful. Prayers that God will wrap His arms of comfort and peace around the family of Jean Thomas Bullock.
Prayers for comfort for the days ahead.
Dear Thomas family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of this fine lady. She was a wonderful friend in hard times and in easy ones. John, to you because I knew you best. I love you. God bless you all with peace and remembrance during this time and always.
Sherry
Jim and Kay our thoughts are with you
Grandson of John L. Welch
Son of George and Bonnie Welch
John I’m so sorry for your loss your mom was the sweetest thing ever. Always smiling and her laugh will never forgotten. Prayers for family.
Lynn,
I am very sorry for your loss! Prayers of comfort for you and your family.
Sincerely,
Rebeckah Flanagan
We are sorry to hear about Jean. She was a really sweet lady.
Aunt Jean was a very sweet and beautiful lady. Always had a smile on her face and loved her family. I know memaw (mom Bullard) was there to greet her with arms wide open… God bless you all.
Kathy and Lynn
I am so very sorry for the loss of this precious lady!!!
I knew Jean years ago when I worked for her at her cafe years ago!!!
She was a JEWEL!!!
Praying for all the family and loved ones!!!❤️❤️❤️
Our prayers are with you during this time. RIP Jean, I know you will be watching over all of your wonderful family in heaven. Your son Jerry is near and dear to my heart as I have known him for over 30 years. God Bless all of you and I know God will hold you in his arms as you grieve this amazing woman. I have heard many stories of her and I know her memories will live on. God Bless and take care
Lisa & Shane Pierce