Evie Fendley Thomas, age 84, of Hoover, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Brookwood Medical Center in Birmingham.
Services were held on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Greensboro Bible Methodist Church, with Bro. Steve Vernon officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing. Burial followed at Oakwood Cemetery.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Maggie Fendley; brothers, Tony Fendley, Billy Blackmon, Melvin Blackmon, and Huey Blackmon; sisters, Mary Williamson and Alberta Boswell; and brothers-in-law, Faron York and Bobby Bedgood.
Survivors include her husband, James Vernon Thomas; daughter, Pam Thomas Nelson (Mark); sisters, Ann Bedgood and Shirley Thacker Arlow; sister-in-law, Peggy Fendley; grandchildren, James Cowan (Madi) and Christi Cowan; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Evie was born in Montgomery, Alabama, and spent her childhood in Selma. She loved her mother, father, brothers, and sisters dearly and remained close to them always.
She married James Vernon Thomas in 1961, and they had one daughter, Pam. They lived in Greensboro, Tuscaloosa, Birmingham, and Sylacauga, where she joined the First Baptist Church of Sylacauga, before retiring to Hoover. She and Vernon had two grandchildren, James and Christi, who were the light of her life.
She was a member of the Birchtree Swim and Racquet Club for many years, where she enjoyed playing tennis with their league. She also loved spending time with her family at the swimming pool there.
Evie loved music and sang with the choir at Green Valley Church.
She was known for her delicious home-cooked meals. No one will ever be able to top her cornbread dressing. Later in life, she looked for easier, quicker cooking techniques and became the self-proclaimed microwave queen.
Throughout their marriage, Evie and Vernon traveled to many places. Some of her favorites were Hawaii, Alaska, a few cruises, and many beach vacations with her family.
Her proudest accomplishment was caring for and loving her family. She was truly adored and will be deeply missed.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Greensboro Bible Methodist Church.
