Myra Thompson

Myra Thompson

Myra Thompson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 18, 2015.
Myra Thompson, 59, a pastor at the church, was killed in the shooting at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina on Wednesday, June 17.

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John Shore

August 10, 2019

Jim, Becky and I are thinking of you during this difficult time. Myra was a special person. Let us know if we can help you during this time of trial and celebration.

Theresa Bradley

January 30, 2018

I pray all is well with your family. I still think about you. Love you still. Wee-Nee .

Karen V. Brown Jubar-Simmons

December 3, 2016

My prayers are always with your family, Lil Sis, from Burke High School 1969-1970. You are cherished in loving memory.

February 17, 2016

Have you ever wished that someone could take your hand and safely lead you through life's uncertainties? God's word the bible gives us hope. John 17:3

I hope you can find comfort and understanding in the words of Ecclesiastes 9:11, because time and unexpected events overtake them all. My heartfelt prayers are with the family. I'm sorry for your loss. May God comfort your family as you grieve (John 6:40).

Rasheeda Lucas

July 20, 2015

may ms. Myra rest in peace

July 20, 2015

To the Quarles-Thompson family,
I just found out about MS. Myra untimely death my heart and prayers go out to your family.
Love Rasheeda Lucas

July 12, 2015

Donna M Singleton and Edward Maurice Singleton

Bob / MJ Ryan / Black

July 12, 2015

Tony, Denise and Kevin,
We only realized this morning after seeing Denise quoted in the Spartanburg newspaper that Myra Thompson was formerly Myra Quarles our neighbor for four years on Rutledge Avenue while my wife Dr. MJ Black was in med school at MUSC. While we were horrified by this senseless crime before, now we are heartbroken for her family. Myra was a good friend and great neighbor and we all became much closer helping each other recover from hurricane Hugo. I know she was a great mother and role model to her children. You are all in our thoughts and prayers and we will reach out to you when we are in Charleston. We always made a point to visit Myra when we were there but it has been a few years since we saw her. Take care and God Bless.

PS We still have pictures of Denise with our puppies!

July 4, 2015

May God continue to keep you strong in the Lord. We press on to a mark of a high calling.

Rev. Robin Crawford, First AME Oakland, California

Rob Williams

July 1, 2015

God is able!Lean on HIM! Condolences from the ENTIRE FAMILY of Elizabeth City State University.

Fl. Daniel Anderson

July 1, 2015

The Dallas/Fort Worth Grad Chapter offer our deepest condolences. Our prayers and thought are with you and your family.

July 1, 2015

My prayers go out to the Thompson family. I have know Myra at the age of six, we attended Buist Elementary from !st to 7th. High School from 8-12 and Livingstone for freshman and sophomore year we had band scholarships. God bless you and your family

Karl Figg Smalls

Phyllis Jeter Nunn

July 1, 2015

My prayers and sincere condolence to Fellowman Anthony Thompson and family. May the God of peace, strength and understanding be with you always.

Peace & Blessings

Nancy Green

July 1, 2015

Dear Brother Anthony,
The Sisters of Nia Md Grad Chapter of Swing Phi Swing S.F.I. - sends our condolence to you and your family. May God continue to bless and keep you and your family in His Grace and Mercy.

Dr. Larry G. Daniel

June 30, 2015

To the Family of Mrs. Myra Thompson:

The Zucker Family School of Education at The Citadel is deeply saddened over the loss of our alumna.

Mrs. Thompson received two graduate degrees in Education from The Citadel: the M. Ed. in Reading Education and the M. Ed. in Counselor Education. She was a true exemplar of the ideals of the education profession and The Citadel Graduate College. I am touched by the many accounts of her loving service to people as a pastor and educator.

Memories of good people last an eternity. I know that the name Myra Thompson will evoke good sentiments for years to come as people reflect on a lady of faith who always put the needs of others ahead of her own.

The senseless act that led to her death and the loss of our other eight community friends will be greatly overshadowed by the outpouring of love from a community who appreciates real heroes like Myra Thompson.

josie,Dicey,cassandra Selph

June 30, 2015

Rip Myra. Rev A Thompson. We are so sorry for your lost. God saw this angel and decided to bring her home.

June 30, 2015

My Prayers to the Thompson RIP Myra My Livingstone College Family Member & Classmate

Wanda Monge

June 30, 2015

Reverend Mayra Thompson, may God homecoming forever shine bright. Bless you.

Wanda Monge

June 30, 2015

To the Thompson family, and all the family members. May God comfort you in your time of grief. God light shine bright over Reverend Mayra Thompson she is now in the kingdom of our Lord and Saviour.

Wanda Monge

June 30, 2015

To the Thompson family, and all the family members. May God comfort you in your time of grief. God light shine bright over Reverend Mayra Thompson she is now in the kingdom of our Lord and Savior. Prayers to you all, as well as the eight other victims.

Emma Waring

June 29, 2015

With Sympathy to the Family of Soror Myra Thompson.

Yours in Delta
Emma Waring
Home grown- Pineville, South Carolina

Rev. Treva J. Kelly

June 29, 2015

We're praying for your family.

Alta J Cannaday

June 29, 2015

Offering prayers to family of Soror Thompson. Peace be with you.

June 29, 2015

Dear Tony and Family,

Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Rev. Myra Thompson. May God be with you in the days and weeks ahead and in the future.

Larry Libater
Charleston, SC

Robert Newman

June 29, 2015

Dear Thompson family. I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and watch over you during this hard time. May the Peace of the Lord be with you.

Doris Garner

June 29, 2015

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Vanessa Williams

June 29, 2015

Praying for your family. May the peace of GOD comfort you during this time.
Vanessa Williams

June 29, 2015

Rest in peace. Love and prayers.

Veronica Mayo

June 29, 2015

Our Father gathers angels around Him in a way that appears to be random to us BUT He knows what's needed in heaven. May you take comfort in knowing that Myra is with Him, her mission with us is complete & her soul is soaring in full view of the Almighty!
My heart shares your pain, may God bless & keep you during this time of sorrow

Taniqua Taylor

June 29, 2015

Praying for your family during this tough time! May God give you strength and comfort.

Annie Mason

June 28, 2015

My heart is full of sorrow for all nine families, and I am praying for you.

Karen Ferguson-Nelson

June 28, 2015

Praying for my Homegirl & Delta Soror Myra Thompson's family; her Soror Daughter from Atlanta and her Soror Sister from Greenville. May God give each of you the strength to get through the difficult days ahead. Much Delta love! Karen Nelson (Karen Ferguson - CAB '75)

Janette Clark,Scott

June 28, 2015

To Anthony, the Thompson & Coakley families, all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I rgemember Myra as as little girl. She grew into a blossoming young lady and one of my sorors and fellow AME member. Marlene hang in there! Love to all.

felicia farley

June 28, 2015

to the family who lost a wonderful mother my heart goes to this family. words can't just express enough. rest in peace mrs. thompson. love a support stranger from birmingham alabama.

Earl & Cynthia McAllister

June 28, 2015

Our thoughts and prayer are with your family, God will take care.

June 28, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Anthony & Mary McKnight & Family

June 28, 2015

I remembered Myra, When I was in High School, She was a very sweet and caring Person. God Bless You Myra and your Family.

June 28, 2015

Prayers to the family.

Cookie Alvina Ross-Foshee

June 27, 2015

Hey there,
It's Myra Thompson, your cousin. This is my mobile phone number. It was such a pleasant surprise hearing from you, and I thank God that you contacted me. Let's keep in touch.
Love you! My beautiful cousin I love you. I sent this back too you, now that you have your wings let's keep in touch!!!! Always

Shvonya Huger

June 27, 2015

Mrs.Thompson(Quarles) was my 8th grade teacher. I remember her Beautiful smile and a passion for her students to thrive. My prayers are with the family. May your days be Blessed

June 27, 2015

Heartfelt sympathy to the loved ones of this beautiful sister who lives on in spirit and will never be forgotten.

Clyde grant , wilmer nelson

June 27, 2015

brothers of Charleston chapter of groove phi groove social fellowship incorporated offer our condolences
to the Thompson family Charleston

Dr. Monica Brown-Rogers

June 27, 2015

I send prayers of comfort to the family of Myra Thompson. "Death" is not the end.
Your Livingstone College classmate.
Your sister in Delta.

June 26, 2015

Rest in peace, may your family be comfort with God love.

Charlena Bradley-Banks

BASIL THOMPSON

June 26, 2015

MAY god bless and keep you i remember the joy you brought in to my life those many years ago. my sympathy goes out to your family and friends rest in peace.

Laatrisha Brannon

June 26, 2015

Denise I want to send my condolences to you and your family during this time of need. If you need anything I am here for you. Praying for you and all the families.

Cassandra Bligen

June 26, 2015

What a heartbreaking time this is. I taught with Myra for many years at Brentwood Middle School. We were colleagues and friends. To the family, my heart grieves with you, but know that Myra had done the work God had for her to do. She is with Him now. So find peace in knowing this and in all the wonderful memories you have of her.

Dwayne Bickham,Sr.

June 26, 2015

In God's care rest in peace

Susan Amber Strickland Jones

June 26, 2015

R.I.P. Myra Thompson !

Dr George Ellis III

June 26, 2015

My heart goes out to all of you. God bless you and keep you. To Marlene and Terea and the rest of the Family, we love you and will continue to pray for your continued strength.
Dr. George H. Ellis III
Fayetteville N.C.

Dr. Dan Ouzts

June 26, 2015

Myra received her Master's degree in Reading Education and I was her advisor at The Citadel. I remember so well her wonderful personality and smile. I will always remember her and how so very much she was interested in helping children when she was a teacher. As I recall she later returned to The Citadel and received another master's degree. I always knew she was a missionary to others.
Bless the family.
Dr. Dan T. Ouzts
School of Education
The Citadel

Vanessa E Watson

June 26, 2015

May God's love cover you and keep you during this very difficult time. Our hearts and prayers are with you. May the Lord lift your hearts and give you peace.

Vanessa E. Watson (NUL-New York City)

Paula Belyeu

June 26, 2015

Prayers for God's strength, peace and comfort for your family!

Gertrude Ross

June 26, 2015

May God bless and keep you We will understand it bye and bye. My daughter Marilyn is a good friend of Claudette. We pray for comfort as you endure.

Ronnie & Neva Coleman

June 26, 2015

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Marilyn (Ross) Turner

June 26, 2015

May God give you comfort in this your hour of bereavement. My husband and I are friends of Claudette from Talladega College. I was a Lady Tornado with her also as well as her soror. When she hurts we hurt. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Patsy White

June 26, 2015

Sister Myra has gone to Glory and rests in the loving arms of her Saviour whom she knew, loved and worshiped. I am awed by her faith and feel diminished by her death. May all who knew and loved her be comforted by our Lord.

Debra Battle

June 26, 2015

Our hearts and prayers are with your family.

June 26, 2015

Praying for you during this time. May God strengthen you and the comfort of his son Jesus be with you always.
Houston, TX

JAMES BRABHAM

June 26, 2015

MAY GOD BLESS YOU MYRA AND YOUR FAMILY REST MY SISTER CLASS OF 1974 BURKE HIGH AMEN JAMES AND JACQELINE BRABHAM

June 26, 2015

Anthony, our heart and prayers are with you and your family. We celebrate Myra's life and legacy and shine bright and she is at peace in heaven. Love Kim and Dean Brown (Charleston, SC)

Harold Carrillo

June 26, 2015

I last saw Myra at Emanuel about a year ago and we embraced and talked for a while. When my son's Mother(Jewell Meggett) died in 1987 she sent me card with a note expressing her condolences. For that I will ever be grateful. We will miss her in our beloved Charleston Village. I'm so happy that Myra & Anthony got to enjoy some years together. Be encouraged family.

Ms.Sharon Robinson

June 26, 2015

May God comfort the family of Myra Thompson and my prayer is that each of you be strengthened, healed and receive the peace of God in your hearts,With Sincere Sympathy.

Latoya Butler

June 25, 2015

My condolences to Mrs. Thompson's family. One of the strongest person I've ever known, my eighth grade teacher ( Brentwood Middle) her favorite saying was " I've already gotten where your trying to get at ". She would always call me Tonya lol ... Rest on Mrs. Thompson

Lula Greene

June 25, 2015

RIP Myra, you were one of God's angels.I will always remember your big smile. My condolences to the family I know this is a very difficult time for you, just remember GOD is in control and He's working out for you. Please find some comfort in knowing people care and are praying for you.GOD Bless you....Love Lula Greene

Marie McManus

June 25, 2015

My Thoughts and prayers are with you-May God's peace and grace surround you.

Rowena Worshaim

June 25, 2015

My family and I send heartfelt sympathy to the Thompson family on your loss. From the news, my heart is sadden. God will be pleased with the work Ms Thompson was doing in his name. May God continue to strengthen each family member as you mourn your loss.

Anne Murphy

June 25, 2015

May you know eternal peace and love.

Vasilios Emmanuel Glimidakis

June 25, 2015

Dear Thompson and other families,
I am sorry for your loss. May her memory be eternal! God bless her and her family.

Mildred "Millie" Jenkins Bradley

June 25, 2015

Rest in peace Myra, you were doing God's work and job well done good and faithful servant. To her family may peace love and mercy abide within you-- you now have a special angel watching over you.

BURKE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1974

Barbara Clarke

June 25, 2015

Be encouraged, no matter what's going on and God will make it all right.

Barbara Young

June 25, 2015

May GOD's Grace,Peace,Mercy,Love and Comfort continue to strengthen you and your family during this sorrowful time.

Stephanie Guess

June 25, 2015

My Heart is heavy you were a Awesome Women & Had A Beautiful Spirit as a person and Teacher @ Brentwood Middle. R.I.P Angel

Brenda Branic

June 25, 2015

May the peace and love of our Awesome God comfort your family. We know to be absent from the body is to immediately be present with the Lord. Your death is not in vain. Your memories will be forever cherished. Loving you always.

Vanessa Dinkins Tillman

June 25, 2015

May God keep and comfort you all. I met Myra at Livingstone. A sweet and kind person. Praying for the family. Rest in peace Myra with our Heavenly Father.

Valarie McClain

June 25, 2015

I am praying for your family and friends that the memories with Myra will forever warm your hearts.

Camille

June 25, 2015

To the families: Words can't describe the sadness that is being felt for you from those who don't know you, but we feel because we heard of your tragedy via the news. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Please know that our Heavenly Father will help you deal with this terrible tragedy. God invites you:(Jeremiah29:12)...And YOU will certainly call me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to YOU."

Karla Gary

June 25, 2015

My prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow.

Karen Snyder

June 25, 2015

May your faith in God's promises and beautiful memories of your loved one sustain you during this heartbreaking time and into the future. My heart grieves with you.

June 25, 2015

To be absent from the body is to present with the Lord. Myra is rejoicing! Our condolences for the family in their time of grief.
James & Alexis Singleton

Aileen Martin

June 25, 2015

May the peace of God with you all

June 25, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Pat Sauls

June 25, 2015

To the family I send my deepest sympathy. Mrs watkins you are in my rhoughts and prayers. God will heal

Lorraine Dennis

June 25, 2015

To Blondell Gadsden and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. "May the Peace of The Lord be always with you and your family."

Sheriff Anthony and Lorraine Washington-Dennis
(Sumter, South Carolina)

Jay B

June 25, 2015

May you and all of Gods children taken to early due to this unspeakable tragedy, Rest in Peace. God Bless all of the families that have extended love and forgiveness to the accused.

Cynthia Kern

June 25, 2015

Please accept my Deepest Sympathies

Beverly Jackson

June 25, 2015

To the family of Myra, We express our heartfelt sympathy during your loss. May God continue to let your light shine through this darkness. We are proud of the unity and courage displayed to face this nation.

Natalie Harding

June 24, 2015

To the family of Myra Singleton Thompson: My deepest condolences to your family. I have fond memories of Myra during her two years at Livingstone College. We lived on the same floor in Babcock Hall. May God Bless and Keep You is My Prayer.

Lance Hiatt

June 24, 2015

Dear Thompson Family
John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
You have given your sweet Myra. She will have eternal life. I think that is important. My family have watched and been so proud of your family: Faith and trust in Christ. There has been so much swirling around it is so hard to keep up with what is right. Y'all know what is right.
I lived in Charleston 5 years ago in Ansonborough. I know your beautiful Church Family. Although I do not know you personally, please know your extended Charleston family Loves and is praying for you.
Together there will be change. Your best example will set the stage for HUGE change. Please know, we love you and hate you are having to deal with this. No family should deal with this.
Your loss is bringing the whole country together, but no family should have to endure that to make change.
Just know, your family is in my prayers, and know your reaction has changed the country. Trust in the Lord conquers all.
Deepest sympathy, Lance Hiatt and Tim Parks
Chapin, South Carolina

Ann Robinson

June 24, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you May God Bless And Keep You.

Col. Andrew R. Bland Jr.

June 24, 2015

To Rev. Anthony Thompson and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
during this difficult time. I know my precious Mother(Annie Bland)who loved you as a son is looking down on you and will surely welcome Myra into her heavenly home where our loving God arms are open wide
"Grace and Peace be yours in abundance"
Col.(ret)& Mrs.Andrew R. Bland Jr.

Scott Chamberland

June 24, 2015

Please accept my Deepest Sympathies

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