It was does not take responsibility for any action taken as a result of reading this article. _taboola.push({ Her spirit is so alive. (She also played the girlfriend of Malcolm-Jamal Warners Theo on The Cosby Show.) Thomas died in 1998 at the age of 30. THOMAS MICHELLE THOMAS, (nee Darby) age 53, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 29, 2014. We waited. For more details, please click [18] She appeared posthumously in the role of Anne in the film Unbowed in 1999. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. On December 26, 1998, she had Muslim funeral service, which is what Michelle had requested and she was buried in Montclair, New Jersey, close to her home. entitled the Michelle I am a loyal viewer of The Young and the Restless and a fan of the late To plant trees in memory, please visit the. Image of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Conrad McKethan and Michelle Thomas on Instagram | Photo: Images/malcolmjamalwar. Im looking at what looks like E and then L-L-E is the only way to describe it, Tylershared. character quickly. Can you look forward to any peace or joy after losing a child? They dont know what to say. My father had arranged for me to have an abortion and I couldnt do it. in memory of Michelle D. (Thigpen) Thomas, please visit our floral store. But no reunion would be complete without me acknowledging our beloved Michelle Thomas This little ray of sunshine gave me some of the best physical comedy moments Ill ever play on screen. May she continue to rest peacefully. bottom of the page. She was predeceased by : her parents, James Bebee and Christine Bebee (Whipp); her husband Eric Thomas; and her step-father Bill Thomas. ", "Mom of Late Actress Michelle Thomas on Grieving the Loss of a Child", "Boston-born actress Michelle Thomas, dead at 29", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Michelle_Thomas&oldid=1150619218, This page was last edited on 19 April 2023, at 04:34. I thank you for taking the time to view this letter the tribute is airing January 15. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. I had her when I was a tween. They diagnosed her in November 1998 and she was gone that Christmas eve. You can resize and arrange your photos, and add borders, flourishes and other clipart . This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Actress. Thank you for your concern. Failed to report flower. The man in of us who are outraged by the lack of mention Michelle's death has received. In 1998, Michelle passed away shortly after being diagnosed with cancer. address. family rather than to me. They may be found Pictures, Song-pictures of Michelle Thomas as Myra on Family Matters-Listen to the song "I wanna be loved by you" performed .by Michelle Thomas in episode "Le Jour d'Amour" . Malcolm-Jamal Warner and Michelle Thomas took their love from television screens to real life. What would you tell someone else about the grieving process? All content, including text, and images contained on. Oops, we were unable to send the email. One display: none; Do you keep in touch with any of her friends? The tv actress Michelle Thomas died at the age of 30. She was central to the Malcolm/Olivia storyline. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. crew of Y&R were deeply saddened and (Notice: Although the links CBS Daytime. Resting over the fireplace I saw a picture of actress Michelle Thomas, known mostly for her role as Theo Huxtables girlfriend on The Cosby Show (she also dated Malcolm in real life), and a reoccurring role on the hit show Family Matters. Siena Goins was quickly want to see it maintained! I personally would appreciate it if everyone who reads this and is a fan }, First published on December 29, 1998 / 3:56 PM. White also set the record straight about a rumored reboot on Netflix, and pointed out that the Entertainment Weekly shoot wasnt a paid gig. On the show, Jaleel sat down for a reading with Tyler Henry. The staff, cast and In the spring of 1998, she had surgery to remove a tumor the size of a lemon, just before she got the part for her role as Callie onThe Young and the Restless. | Photo: Getty Images. All Rights Reserved. This is a carousel with slides. She was really fighting that disease with all her heart. Lists her acting credits. Who is that? Tyler questioned. Internet Our special Valentine was born on February 14, 1964 in Hartford, CT. She attended Saint Justin School and Thomas Snell Weaver High School. I realize that you are planning to dedicate the I was one of the kids in . You may want to Year should not be greater than current year. If you havent seen the show,it captures moments where Henry showcases his alleged psychic capabilities. Over the course of her brief career, Thomas was featured in two films, 'Hangin' with the Homeboys' and 'Unbowed'. Those of us who are fans of the soap opera,The Television actress Michelle Thomas, 30, a co-star on the sitcom "Family Matters," died Dec. 22 after a struggle with stomach cancer. I highly recommend viewing She recently received an NAACP Image Award nomination for outstanding actress in a daytime drama series. We are sad to announce that on January 25, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Michelle L. Thomas (Missoula, Montana). Michelle Thomas was an American actress and comedian who attained popularity as Justine Phillips in the American television sitcom "The Cosby Show" and as Myra Monkhouse in the 1993-1998 television film "Family Matters." Malcolm-Jamal Warner is an American actor and musician notable for his role as Theodore Huxtable on "The Cosby Show." say to me, please e-mail Black women Michelle was also well-known for her role of Myra Monkhouse on the TV sitcom "Family Matters". I write, act, sing and do comedy. I think he was her only real boyfriend.. She Tried It: Ivy Park Drip 2 and 2.2 Black Pack, Kim Kardashian Lands Olympic Partnership Deal, Shapewear Line To Be Worn By Team USA Athletes, 8 Famous Lesbian Women Who Were Married To Men, Black Twitter Has Change Of Heart On Zeus Network After Orlando Brown Debuts On 'Bad Boys: Texas', From Mistress To Main Chick: Ne-Yo Main Goes Public With Sade At Birthday Celebration, 11 Black Celebrities Who Say They're Not African American, Court Grants Stephen 'tWitch' Boss' Widow Half Of The Late Performer's Future Earnings. (photosinhouse16@gmail.com) For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. In August 1997, Thomas was diagnosed with a rare form of stomach cancer, an intra-abdominal desmoplastic small-round-cell tumor. There is a problem with your email/password. I trained Michelle. I remember her place being freezing cold, even though the fireplace was burning, thank God the food was delicious and she was the warmest person ever. I am not trying to Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Michelles not dead we just cant see her. Youve got to be Googling this stuff before you come in here. Jaleel said dumbfounded. My name is Jennifer E. Bowman. Thomas had a role in Dream Date in 1989 and had a small role in Hangin' with the Homeboys in 1991. There is no photo or video of Michelle L. Thomas.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Michelle soon kickstarted her career in entertainment, and by 1983, she appeared in multiple television commercials across the country. The Queen's state funeral was held at Westminster Abbey and was attended by about 2,000 guests. Some people who dont know me have tried to act like Im exploiting my daughters success to get work, but its not true. Pastors, officers, members of Evening Star Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral service at 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 23, 2018 at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church 2428 Flood Street New Orleans, LA 70117. She is popular for her roles of Justine Phillips [ The Cosby Show (1988-90), and Myra Monkhouse [ Family Matters (1993-98)] Learn more about managing a memorial . She is survived by her parents, Phynjuar Thomas, a stage actress, and Dennis Thomas, who was a member of the 1970s funk band Kool & the Gang, of Weekhawken, New Jersey. } The show was filled with fond memories that most fans will probably never forget. Michelle and Warner met while appearing as costars on the hit NBC series "The Cosby Show." 7800 Beverly Blvd. May Michelle Thomas continue to rest peacefully. Its a healing film that you can bring your whole family to. What I didnt know was that she was an accomplished singer who was actually in the studio when the unthinkable occurred, she was stricken with cancer and passed away short after. She had a lot of friends in the music industry, an emotional White said. , or you may reach me at my post office address listed below: 7419 Metcalf Ave. #143 Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Her son, Fitz. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. container: 'taboola-right-rail-thumbnails', or another, may not wish to contact the Young and the Restless by letter. Add to your scrapbook. pictures of Michelle, and much more. Sue was born on March 17, 1965 . We humbly honor the old school soul music era and will keep pushing forward to keep it alive. Penwah: Yes, Donna, Lisa, Leigh, who were her friends outside of the business, a few who are in the business, and Malcolm [Jamal Warner]. She is best known for her role in the television situation comedy "Family Matters" as 'Myra Monkhouse,' the girlfriend to 'Steve Urkel.' PA Media. that they will still be accurate, nor do I endorse any of the sites personally. }); Copyright 2015 . The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. I have set up a web site in her honor at http://lavender.fortunecity.com/meyer/38/ What impact did her passing have on your life? Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. March 2, 1970 - In a preview clip for tonights episode of Hollywood Medium, Henry tells White that he sees what looks like an E, an L, an L and an E. The actor is stunned, wondering aloud whether Henry used Google beforehand to dig up information about him. Darius is a fool (lol) Bryton (Not So Little Richie) is more mature than all of us now, Shawn and Kellie, you still have jokes No one was paid for our@entertainmentweeklygathering. In the spring of 1998, she underwent surgery to have the lemon-sized tumor removed shortly before she landed a role on The Young and The Restless. us all during her brief time She is best known for her role in the television situation comedy Family Matters as 'Myra Monkhouse,' the girlfriend to 'Steve Urkel.' Born in Boston, Massachusetts, and raised in New York, to parents who were in the entertainment field. the producers of the show can see we are "real" people who are serious Also, please understand sudden passing of Michelle Thomas" What a shock that was to those of 1998 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Gone way too soon, but never forgotten. her family and friends. time in the show and enough time to put Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center,Manhattan,New York City,United States, Rosedale Cemetery,City of Orange,New Jersey,United States. [3] Thomas had been in the studio recording music before her sudden turn in health. For the polyglot linguist and language teacher, see, Outstanding Actress in a Daytime Drama Series, "Michelle Thomas, 30, Actress On TV Soap Opera and Sitcoms", "Classmates - Find your school, yearbooks and alumni online", "Our Proud History-Hal Jackson's Talented Teens! Say. Im classically trained; I have been doing this a long, long time. I plan to send a letter to the above address notifying I became gracious. "[18] Thomas underwent surgery to remove a lemon-sized tumor shortly before landing her The Young and the Restless role in the spring of 1998. Malcolm was also right by her hospital bedside when she slipped into her eternal rest. The information in this article is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. White shed tears as he remembered actress Michelle Thomas, who played Myra, the girlfriend of his nerdy character, Steve Urkel, on his hit '90s sitcom. me he plans to. I still feel that the situation should have (although not necessarily could After being released from the hospital, Thomas flew home to New Jersey to spend Thanksgiving with her family. Write your message of sympathy today. On stage, the young actress starred in . For years, they remained everyone's favorite couple. Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, USA, Manhattan, New York County (Manhattan), New York, USA. MICHELLE THOMAS OBITUARY. So much so that Jaleel was brought to tears, Jaleel White Michelle Thomas: Actor Remember's 'Family Matters' Co-Star https://t.co/pWkPnvAIwZ pic.twitter.com/STKyHgD7oq, Danyelle Little (@TheCubicleChick) September 30, 2017. Events Add an event I was one of the kids in Porgy and Bess, I was in Hair with Donna Summer. Its almost like a disease that people think theyre going to catch. She wanted to live., Malcolm Jamal Warner didnt just play her boyfriend on The Cosby Show, he was Michelles real life boyfriend for a long time and although they broke up in 1994, they were very good friends. puzzled as to why the tribute had not taken place, as you can see if you She lives with her husband and two daughters in Jersey City. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Oops, something didn't work. You're talking about Michelle Thomas. to the Young and the Restless here. She will be missed by all of us," Bell said. What I didnt know was that she was an accomplished singer who was actually in the studio when the unthinkable occurred, she was stricken with cancer and passed away short after. There was a problem getting your location. #inline-recirc-item--id-9d05878c-8c88-11e2-b06b-024c619f5c3d ~ .item:nth-child(5) { Bell, co-creator and senior executive producer of The Young & The Restless. There, they acted as the on-screen couple, Theodore Huxtable and Justine Phillips. 1998 The Associated Press. If anyone else knows of a site worth mention, please contact me.). Its something that you just know. He was a 1968 graduate of Minersville Area High . here . You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Its the type of movie I stand for as an artist, a mother and human being. If there is a message you would like for me to This is what I do! Michelle respected herself. has been delayed with no interruption of the storyline, so what was shown ", recently tweeted about his appearance on Hollywood Medium,, Watch 'Hollywood Medium' Tyler Henry give Matt Lauer an emotional reading. In 1989, she appeared in her first TV movie, 'Dream Date'. She is survived by : her step-mother Linda Thomas of St. Maries; her brother Jim Bebee of St. Maries; and her grandchildren, Rosalynn and Rebel of Missoula, MT. . Gordon Lightfoot, "Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" singer, dies at age 84 Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Once I realized that the world wasnt so horrible and the universe wasnt against me, because you go through that, I thanked God for helping to build a thicker skin and a spiritual consciousness. Resting over the fireplace I saw a picture of actress Michelle Thomas, known mostly for her role as Theo Huxtable's girlfriend on The Cosby Show (she also dated Malcolm in real life), and a. Try again later. the episode airing in Michelle's memory is I only get sad when I forget that Michelle was Gods child, and I was only babysitting. all the prior information pointing to the episode airing earlier is still Absolutely, when I talk about this I get emotional because I am overwhelmed that God loved me enough to entrust me with such an angel. Miss Thomas . [1][12][20][21] Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Thomas' longtime friend and former boyfriend, was among those at her bedside. same day I sent them my letter! Young" in People's January 11th mode: 'thumbnails-rr1', Her birthday is September 23, 1968, Jaleel revealed. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. is being posted on the internet, as well as a link back to the Young and Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. and one to cbs.com, return receipt requested, to inform him of this petition. no signature). This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. today actually was to air on Thursday. c/o CBS-TV black entertainment news, parenting tips and beauty secrets that are specifically for black women. She was known for her roles as Justine Phillips on the NBC sitcom The Cosby Show (1988-90), as Myra Monkhouse on the ABC / CBS sitcom Family Matters (1993-98), and as Callie Rogers on the CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless (1998). Bell, exec. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. On December 22, 1998, she passed away, surrounded by friends and family in New York City, including her then long-time boyfriend/ Cosby Show actor, Malcolm Jamal Warner ("Theo"). Andre Meadows for this and the previous two photos. I will still post the address of You can include a photo collage in your funeral programs and booklets. Some noteable points include: A brief biography Although it seemed like Urkel and Myra were two peas in a pod whod live happily ever after, sadly, life didnt pan out the way most would have expected for the beloved Michelle Thomas. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. at his website, the [3], Michelle Thomas was born in Brookline, Massachusetts,[4] on September 23, 1968, to Phynjuar "Penwah" Thomas,[5] a stage actress, and musician father Dennis "Dee Tee" Thomas, a saxophonist and founding member of the band Kool & the Gang. 256 Michelle Thomas Family Matters Premium High Res Photos Browse 256 michelle thomas family matters photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more photos and images. On December 26, 1998, a Muslim funeral service was held, per her request. with Donna Summer. She was my old co-star from Family Matters and she died of stomach cancer quickly. There, she spent her last days. Michelle will forever be missed. No doubt, Michelle is smiling down on him from above. Please write back if you need additional I dont speak to him all the time, but when we talk we pick right back up where we left off. The actress was buried the day after Christmas following a Muslim funeral service. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. After the sitcom ended in 1998, Thomas portrayed Callie Rogers, an aspiring singer and love interest of Malcolm Winters, on the daytime soap The Young and the Restless. Young and the Restless as it was to her fans. placement: 'Right Rail Thumbnails', To use this feature, use a newer browser. See Photos. If there is something you would like to Thank you again Michelles not dead we just cant see her. Several members of the#FamilyMatterscast no longer reside in the state of California and they traveled quite a ways to share this one special day. White shed tears as he remembered actress Michelle Thomas, who played Myra, the girlfriend of his nerdy character, Steve Urkel, on his hit 90s sitcom. January 18, 1998 (in You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. criticize your show, as I am a big fan; I merely wanted you to know that have viewed the petition. would leave an actual name and address on this, so that if it gets read, Born on August 26, 1949, in Pottsville, he was a son of the late William C. Laudeman, Sr. and the late Josephine B. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'OrJEFgPWRtVRnd35kMKBWg',sig:'eWWeI1zmjEcmBduTAIVN2LjB23d7PhNOknT-tJ1oeE4=',w:'452px',h:'594px',items:'914709620',caption: false ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Throughoutthe 90s, Family Mattersdominated Friday nights on ABC. advice and career trends - and MadameNoire provides all of that. In. She underwent surgery to remove a lemon-sized tumor shortly before landing her The Young and the Restless role in the spring of 1998. is for general information purposes only. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Her friend and publicist (who is also the daughter of Kool and the Gangs Robert Kool Bell) said this about Michelles last days: She kept cracking jokes trying to keep everybody happy and hopeful and in good spirits. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Michelle Thomas I found on Findagrave.com. However, over the years we have seen many shows dedicated to the memory However, I refuse to add Michelles smile never failed to brighten your day and I will forever miss my bubbly Myra Monkhouse#RIP1968-1998 I love you, Michelle#prayersup. toward this man or his wonderful show--I am a great fan! May 11, 1969 - April 14, 2023. . Just watch for the episode to air Monday, although container: 'taboola-right-rail-thumbnails', Its something that you just know. I can understand the producers of the show feeling the need to recast the Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Real Audio files which showcase Michelle's talent. But the duo's love for each other was soon cut short, first by a breakup, then by Michelle's sudden death. January 25, 2023 as well, as we will be sure to want to see the tribute when it does take Come on, man. (or will they) read our petition, or forward the letter on to Mr. Bell? After being released from the hospital, Thomas flew home to New Jersey to spend Thanksgiving with her family in Weehawken, New Jersey. At age 16, she was offered a recording contract but decided to move to Los Angeles, California, and focus on her acting career. "We are terribly shocked and deeply saddened by Michelle's death, and our thoughts and prayers are with her family," said William J. She was my old co-star fromFamily Mattersand she died from stomach cancer quickly. Hello. You may also light a candle in honor of Michelle L. Thomas or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

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