Susannah Jacqueline Thomas, 53, of Taylorville, IL, passed away on October 7, 2025, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL. She was born on March 28, 1972, in Springfield, IL, to John E. Thomas II and Sandra K. (Ferguson) Lamasters.
Susannah is survived by her parents: John Thomas II of Kilbourne, IL, and Sandra Lamasters of Petersburg, IL; her brother: John Thomas III of Taylorville, IL; niece: Katelynn Martin of Morrisonville, IL; as well as her nephews: John Thomas IV and Andrew Thomas both of Taylorville, IL. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, John and Blanche Thomas Sr.
Per the family’s wishes, cremation rites have been accorded, and a graveside service will be held on Monday, October 20, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery in Taylorville.
Shafer-Perfetti & Assalley Funeral Home in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at assalleyfuneralhomes.com.


