Alice Della Thomas, dauther of the late William Jones and the late Viola Queen, was born on November 4, 1928 in Basltimore, Maryland. Alice departed tis life on October 20, 2006 after a lenghty illness. Alice was also affectionately known as Little Bites or Little. She received her education in the Baltimore City School System. She attended Morgan State University and Cortez Trade School. Form her early years Little Bites had a passion for doing hair. She often told the story of pressing and curling her cousin Katherine's hair while standing on a footsool. She dreamed of opening a salon. In the early 80's, she enrolled at the Ron Thomas Beauty School here in the city. She was an excellant student and looked forward to living her dream until she became ill. Little Bits was birthed into very humble beginings. She was raised in the 1000 block of Fairmount Avenue. She would tell us stories of her childhood, of the joy and the pain. In it all she held fast to her love of God and His love for her.she began working at an early age for neighbors. She has worked on assembly lines, as a waitress, and as a mail clerk until her retirement from the U.S. Postal Service. Little married a childhood friend, the late Robert ''Puggie'' Thomas in 1950. From this blessed union, they had four children, Robert, Clarence, Frank and Karen. Over the years they opened their hearts ad home to many family members and friends. Ricky Jackson has been one such person. Her brother, the late Robert Jones, held a very special place in her heart. When she first saw him, their mother said to her, ''Here's your baby.'' She watched over him and him over her throughout their lives. Puggie and Little shared a bond that many of us hope to have. They loved to entertain, play cards, bowl and travel. for many years she helped to organize our Family Bowling League. Family unity Umoja was very important throughout her life. She had a passion for playing the slots. Some of her fondest memories were from her trips to Atlantics City, Las Vagas, Charlestown and the game room on cruise ships. She was named Vice President in an elite family club with four members. Frances Harris is the President, Gerald Harkless is the Secretary/Treasure, and Frank Thomas moved up to Sergeant At Arms. For all others, it has been an ardent task and struggle to become a member and even harder to remain one. She remained an unselfish and loving caregiver. Even in her slowly failing health she provided and cared for her mother and uncles Tom, George and Leroy. On the night before she slipped away into the arms of her Lord, she asked how her son Robert came through his surgery. Once knowing that he was alright, she said that was all she was waiting for. She handed a note to Frank eariler that evening where she had written, ''All my family and friends have been here to see me.'' He asked her if she hadbeen dreaming and she said, ''No, it's time.'' She leaves to carry on her life and memories, her children: Robert Thomas Sr. Yvonne, Clarence Thomas Betty, Frnak Thomas Ruby, Karen Mason Anthony Sr.; God-children Cynthia Harkless, Alice Harris and Alice Mickle; brother Sherman Jones; sisters-in-law Michelle Jones and Geneva Simms; best friend and cousin Francis Harris, grandchildren Trena, Angela, Robert Jr., Nikkia, Kesha, Clarence, Frank, Kenyona, Genea, Anthony Jr.,Kevin, Alaina; greast-grandchildren Juan Jr. preceded in death, Sha-Juan, Domonique, Devron, Brandon, Brieonna, Brittany, Chanyia, Rishanna, Jeremiah, Ramon, Cameron, China, Kasche, Valentino, Tyana, Isiah, De'Asia, Daquan, Kierra, Joi, Jasmine, Justin, Diamonte, Deonte, LaShawnay, Anthony III; aunt Evelyn Thomas; cousins Loretta Falcon, Bernard Williams, Roy Savage and Bernard Martin; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.