Mildred L. “Sister” Roberts Thomas, 86, of Sumiton, passed away Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, at her residence. She was a member of Sumiton Church of God. Funeral services will be Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, at 2 p.m. in the New Horizon Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in the McCormack Cemetery. The Rev. James Hockensmith will officiate. Visitation will be today, Oct. 14 from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles R. and Pearl Fowler Roberts; and brother, Charles D. “Sonny” Roberts.

Her survivors include her daughters, Charlie Ann Phillips Vines (Elden Meeder), Nancy Phillips Cooper and Janet Phillips Brakefield; grandsons, Roger Dale Brakefield, Larry Wayne Brakefield, Keith Vines and Michael Vines; 10 great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; nieces, Linda Roberts Thursby, Martha Leigh Roberts White and lifelong companion, Vernie Robinson.

You may sign the online register book at www.newhorizonmemorial.com. New Horizon Memorial Funeral home of Dora is directing.

New Horizon Memorial Funeral Home, Dora; 205-648-2323