THOMAS,  Nancy L., age 73 of West Alexandria, OH. died Thurs. Jan. 3, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was born in Gratis, OH. on Sept. 18, 1939 to Carl and Louise (Kiracofe) Patton.  She was a 1957 graduate of Gratis High School  and was cheerleader for the Gratis State Champion Basketball Team.  She had worked for many years for Park-N-Go.  She was a member of West Alexandria Community Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her parents.  Nancy is survived by her husband of 55 years, Larry Thomas, 4 children, Debi (Pete) Jazenski, Vandalia, OH., Larry J. (Rhonda) Thomas, West Alexandria, OH., Scott (Teresa) Thomas, Germantown, OH., Mike (Sherrie) Thomas, Brookville, OH., 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, sister, Rhoda (Ray) Shepherd, Eaton, OH., many cousins, nieces, nephews,  a dear friend, Virginia Rigsby and Nancy's little dog, Katie.  She will be missed by her many friends and family.  Funeral services will be held 10:30 A.M. Monday, Jan 7, 2013 at Community Christian Church with Rev. Douglas Bottles officiating.  Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Gratis, OH.  Friends may call at the church on Sunday from 6-8PM. and one hour prior to the funeral on Monday. The family would like to give special thanks to the wonderful caregivers from Hospice of Dayton.  Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Dayton.  For condolences: www.lindloffzimmerman.com