In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting you consider donating to Humane Society of Vero Beach.

How can you say goodbye to someone who you have known for over 40 years and from whom you have never ever heard utter an ugly word against anyone else?

How can you say goodbye to the person you've known as your mother-in-law who has always been generous to a fault?

How can you say goodbye to your mother-in-law who was always a constant support to everyone in the family?

How do you say goodbye to a native Texan who moved to Florida just to be near her kids and their families?

How do you say goodbye to one of the sweetest ladies you've known who was a fan of old timey singing cowboys?

You sing the song "Happy Trails" to her, that's what you do.

Ms. Bernita F. Thomas passed away on June 7, 2023, after living almost 83 years as truly one of society's best people. She raised two wonderful daughters, Lisa F. Paige and Lori K. Hart by herself at a time when that burden wasn't so common. It was tough, of course, but she bore the life with no regrets and no complaints.

Both daughters went on to give her 2 grandchildren each and a total of 8 great grandchildren. She leaves this earth with a legacy of love, kindness and generosity. In the final analysis, that legacy is one which most people should strive to achieve. We will miss your smiling face and your quiet way of saying things.

HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU!
Happy trails to you, Until we meet again
Happy trails to you, Keep smiling until then
Who cares about the clouds when we're together?
Just sing a song, and bring the sunny weather
Happy trails to you, 'Til we meet again
Happy trails to you, Until we meet again
Happy trails to you, Keep smiling until then
Who cares about the clouds when we're together?
Just sing a song, and bring the sunny weather
Happy trails to you, 'Til we meet again
Who cares about the clouds when we're together?
Just sing a song, and bring the sunny weather
Happy trails to you,'Til we meet again
Written by: Sara Evans