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THOMAS, Alma
| Last Name | THOMAS |
|---|---|
| Given Names | Alma (Coley) |
| Also known as | Coachman, Alma |
| Date of Birth | 3/10/1924 |
| Age at Death | 54 |
| Place of Birth | Caddo Parish, Louisiana |
| Race | Black |
| Gender | Female |
| Partner | Gabriel Thomas |
| Non-Temple Relatives | (father) Tommie Coley; (mother) Bobbie Jacob; (brother) James Coley |
| Body Identification Number | <a href="https://jonestown.sdsu.edu/?page_id=71075#43I">43-I</a> [Listed as "Coley, Alma"] |
| Burial Location | Evergreen Cemetery, Oakland, CA |
| Information on Source of Death | FBI document 89-4286-1302 (prepared 12/78) |
| Entry into Guyana | 1/7/1978 |
| Residence (US) | Los Angeles, California 90003 |
| Residence (JT) | Cottage 02 |
| Occupation in U.S./Skills, Talents & Interests | Hospital attendant (RYMUR 89-4286-X-5-a-32b); Farmer |
| Occupation in Jonestown (Temple Records) | Daytime Generators & Wells; Banana Shed (Security) (RYMUR 89-4286-C-7-h-4b); Security (Bathrooms & Showers) (RYMUR 89-4286-C-7-A-11) |
| Government Income | SSA (JT); SSI |
| Discrepancies | PT occupation list says birthyear is 1931; passport DOB above |
| Family Tree | Gabriel Thomas Family Tree |
Remembrances
Alma means "kind", "fostering" or "nurturing." Looking at your picture, I can assure you that you were doing justice to your name. Rest in peace Angel.
— Andrea V. Chalamet