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Judith Erlene Thompson
Sparks - Judith Thompson, a long-time resident of Sparks, Nevada passed away on Wednesday, January 3rd at Northern Nevada Medical Center. She was 75 years old.
Judy was born on July 29, 1942 to Chris and Lucille Young in the state of Oregon. The family moved to Nevada when Judy was a young child. She graduated from Reno High School in 1960 and was an English Major at the University of Nevada, Reno. She had a long and successful career with Harrah's. Throughout her time there, she made many lifelong friends. During retirement, she remained an active member in her community, engaging in both personal and philanthropic pursuits. She was an avid reader and participated in various book clubs with friends. She was proud of the work she did serving as Chair for the Twentieth Century Club and as an ESL tutor. Judy was a smart and thoughtful woman who enjoyed helping and caring for others.
She is survived by her brother, John Young, also of Sparks, Nevada; and her niece, Kimberly Young of Austin, Texas.
A celebration of her life will take place on Friday, January 12th, 2018 at 10:30am at Walton's - 1745 Sullivan Lane; Sparks, Nevada. Purple attire is encouraged, as this was her favorite color.
Memorial gifts may be made to Casa de Vida; 1290 Mill Street; Reno, NV 89502.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sponsored by Walton's Funerals & Cremations - Sparks.
I have been trying and trying to contact Judy from Mexico and just got ahold of Alicia, who let me know she had passed away. I am so saddened, as she was a good friend of mine, and our dogs played together quite often. She was a wonderful person and I will miss her very much. If Pepper is not spoken for, I would definitely take her, as she and Mickey are such good friends.
Marilyn Rodriguez
Neighbor
March 11, 2018
I also worked in cashier dept. at Harrah's with Judy. She was a wonderful person who made me laugh on a regular basis. We kept up our friendship with our monthly lunches. I will miss you, my friend.
Darlia Quinlan
February 15, 2018
We will miss our friend and buddy, Judy Thompson and her side kick, pepper. We will never forget her kind spirit and sense of humor. RIP.
Bob & Judy
Welches, Or
Bob & Judy Decker
January 12, 2018
I am so sorry, my deepest sympathies to his family. He was a wonderful gently man, and a wonderful doctor. It was a pleasure to work with him. He will be missed.
Maggie Moor
January 11, 2018
Heartfelt condolences to Judy's family.
She is like family when we were working together in Reno for Harrah's. Still remember her love for purple color. Whenever purple comes into sight, she comes into mind.
Will miss her!! May God give peace to her soul!!
Madhuri
January 11, 2018
I worked with Judy at Harrah's Reno in the 80's and have very fond memories of her. My condolences to her family in their time of sorrow.
Beth Drake
January 11, 2018
I want to send my condolences to Judy's family. I worked with her at Harrah's (although I live in Las Vegas) and loved doing things with Judy when I was in Reno. She always talked about her niece Kimberly too.
We kept contact through exchanging Christmas cards and I still can hear he laugh..she had a distinctive one! I will truly miss her.....
Debbie Deittrick
January 11, 2018
Heartfelt condolences at the loss of this beautiful soul. My memories of Judy are that of smiles, respect, kindness, positivity, and consideration.The world and I will sorely miss her lovely face and gentle nature. Danelle Archuleta-Moser
Danelle Archuleta-Moser
January 10, 2018
With deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family. I will miss Judy's beautiful smile and kind heart in my class.
Denise Cote
January 10, 2018
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