Devin Kristine Thomas, 32, of Fayetteville passed away Friday, August 18, 2017 in Fayetteville. She was born August 20, 1984 in Fayetteville to Larry and Peggy “Susan” Swafford Long.
She was a member of First United Pentecostal Church and attended The Sanctuary in Lincoln, AR.
Devin was preceded in death by a grandfather, L.C. Swafford and grandparents Mary and Woodrow Long.
She is survived by her husband, Ernesto Thomas of Greenland; her parents, Larry and Peggy “Susan” Long of Fayetteville; 2 sons, Keygan and Avery Long; 3 stepchildren, Sariah, Maegan and Tyler Thomas; mother-in-law, Reba Thomas; father-in-law, Richard Thomas; grandmother, Peggy Swafford; brother, Jerome Long and wife, Sheila; brother-in-law, Mark Thomas; 4 aunts; 8 nieces and nephews; and many cousins.
Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at First United Pentecostal Church, 3701 W. Wedington Dr. in Fayetteville with Pastor David McBride officiating. Interment will follow in Whitehouse Cemetery under the direction of Beard’s Chapel. There will be no graveside service at the cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 P.M. Monday, August 21, 2017 at the funeral home.

So sorry for your loss
-Ben Brickman
So very sorry to hear this, your families are in our prayers.
Jack and Marilyn Sluder
Dear Susan,
So very to hear of the loss of Devin. Thoughts and prayers for strength, comfort and
peace are with you and all of the family. God gained another
angel too soon.
Sharon
Devin, you weren’t just my cousin, but my friend and partner in crime. It all started at a very young age. My heart hurt so so much. But I rejoice in knowing we will meet again in our heavenly home. I love you so much. You’re always going to be in my heart. And the memories will last a lifetime!
my love and prayers may the peace of God heal your hearts
Susan I didn’t know you well. But always thought you were great person and beautiful. I’m so sorry
Devin was a special person and she touched all our lives in a positive way.
She will be missed by so many people including me and my children. My heart goes out to Larry, Susan, Jerome and the rest of the family. May god wrap his arms around your family and give you peace, comfort and understanding. Love, hugs and kisses to all of you.
We are sad for your loss. Devin was so young with so much time left in life, but she has been called home by our creator. Her time here on earth is over but her memory lives on. Devin’s time with struggles, pain, and problems on the earth are over. Sariah still talks about Momma “D”. She left sweet visions in this child’s mind. She will be missed but God has given us comfort for those who live, honor, and love him. Jim, CONNIE, AND SARIAH.
Dear Susan & Larry, I know the word Sorry just don’t mean nothing right now so I’ll not be saying it …I’ll say that we don’t always no what the next day will bring us …..I hope someday soon you both will be able to find the peace you each will need to find in your hearts ♥️ . Take care of each other and remember the love that’s all around you from old school friends and new friends and all your family !! Susan if you need anything please let me know …… just an old school friend that still cares ! Debbie Thornsberry Mcclure
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you and your Family Pastor Don Campbell
I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t seem to find any words to express my sorrow for your family during this difficult time. I can only pray that God comforts and wraps his loving arms around you all today and in the hard days to come, like only He can do.
You are all in my thoughts and continued prayers. ~ Misty Underwood
My thoughts and Prayers are with you as a family. Susan my heart goes out to you and your entire family I am so sorry for the loss of such a beautiful young lady may God comfort each of you as you try to understand.
Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
RIP Devin you surely will be missed 🙁
Susan I was so sorry to hear and no words that I can say will bring earthly comfort to you and your grieving family. I grieve with deep sympathy for you loss of your beautiful daughter. Sherry
Dear Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Devin and send you my sincere condolences. May you find comfort from God’s word at Revelation 21:3,4 and John 5:28,29. Heartfelt prayers are with you during this difficult time.