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LISA After a long and courageous fight against cancer, Lisa Thomas peacefully passed on to her next phase of life on Thursday, January 10, 2008. Lisa's 46 years were filled with passion and energy--she loved life and lived it fully every day she was with us. Lisa was well known in the Albuquerque area for her charitable work with the New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation, the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra, the Senoritas, and the Casa Angelica Foundation. A successful entrepreneur throughout her life, Lisa's work in the home healthcare industry was nationally recognized for generating creative and innovative solutions to difficult problems. Of her many passions, racing sports cars was at the top of the list, and Lisa's prowess on the racetrack driving Porsche #20 was an inspiration to everyone who knew her. Whether it was blasting past the "big boys" en route to another victory on the track, or taking the time in the paddock to welcome a new driver to the club, Lisa shared her joy of racing everywhere she went. A loving mother, caring daughter, beloved sister, and devoted friend, Lisa is survived by her dearest friend and partner, Bruce Phillips; her two loving sons, Connor and Kyle Payne; her own close family consisting of her father, William Thomas Sr.; her mother, Cecilia Thomas; her brothers, Colonel William Thomas, Jr. and Colonel Ty Thomas; sister, Peggy Thomas; 11 nieces and nephews; as well as all the loving members of the Phillips family to include Bruce's daughters, Monica and Michelle; and son-in-law, Daniel. A private Memorial Service was held Friday evening at French Mortuary, and will be followed by a larger celebration of her wonderful life at a future date to be determined. Donations are requested in lieu of flowers and may be sent to the New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation or the Casa Angelica Auxiliary at the addresses listed below. Lisa, your sparkling personality, generous hospitality, and unending courage made you loved by many and you will be forgotten by none. Through your example, you convinced others to do and achieve things that they never thought they could do. The long race is over and the checkered flags are yours. Take one more victory lap, and then rest in peace, dear Lisa. New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation 4901 Lang Avenue NE Albuquerque NM 87109 Casa Angelica 5629 Isleta Blvd SW Albuquerque, NM 87105 French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505.275.3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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