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Helen Thompson Obituary
Mrs. Helen Estelle Thompson, lovingly known as "Mooa" by her children and grandchildren, departed this life Friday, Nov. 5, 2010. She was born in Amherst County on
Sept. 9, 1936, to the late McKinley Waller and Maggie Higginbotham.
In additon to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wade Thompson Sr., her daughter, Doris Thompson, and four brothers and one sister.
She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Wade Thompson Jr. (Mary), David Thompson (Debra), Wayne Thompson (Tina), Steven Thompson, Louise Thompson, Bernice Perkins (Donald), Lelia Sandidge (Macon), Willie Mae Thompson, Cora Tabb (Charles), Lisa Francis (Brian) and Helen Laverne Reid (James); sisters, Christine McCoy, of Appomattox, and Juanita Morris, of Lynchburg; a brother, Sammy Higginbotham; 32 grandchildren; 31 great- grandchildren; one great- great-grandchild; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, at Morning Star Baptist Church, with the Rev. Jesse Johnson, eulogist, and the Rev. Francisco Mayo officiating. Interment will be in the Christian Aid Cemetery. Her remains will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. The family is receiving friends, and the cortege will assemble, at 400 Oak Ridge Blvd.
Condolences may be
e-mailed to comfuneral
@aol.com. Community Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Helen Thompson
November 13, 2010
We were very sorry to hear about the passing of such a sweet lady...She was a dear friend to my mother(Dorothy Johnson)...Just know that the family is in our prayers. Sincerely, The Johnson and
Pettigrew families. If there's anything we can do for you feel free to let us know. God Bless
Juliana Frosch
November 12, 2010
I have many great memories of Helen and many of her daughters from years ago. What a strong lady! My sympathy to all of you, and love to Cora and her family at this sad time.
Love-
Juliana Frosch and family
Teresa Henley
November 10, 2010
May God bless you with comfort and love.
Rochelle Jones-Anyumba
November 8, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
James (JJ) Wood
November 8, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Candice Wood
November 8, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Pastor Mayo
November 8, 2010
My family and the entire Morning Star Church Family will continue to keep you all in our prayers.
Theresa Russell
November 8, 2010
My Condolences and may GOD Bless your Family.
November 8, 2010
Cora and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May Good be with you. I will keep you in my prayers. Love Bonnie Sue
Jerry and Emma Crawford
November 7, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
The Tabb Family
November 7, 2010
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Jasmine Ware
November 7, 2010
RIP Great-grandmother you will always be remembered as the center piece of our family. You will always be remembered and loved. All of your pain is over, and now you can rest in peace.
November 7, 2010
The Lord Said He Would Always Be With You. Now You Get To See Him. After A Life of Joy, Trials, and Tribulations. God Be With You, We Love You!!!
MARKITA THOMPSON
November 7, 2010
R.I.P. GRANDMA YOU WILL BE MISSED I LOVE YOU AND IM GLAD THAT YOUR NOT IN PAIN ANYMORE. TELL ALL OUR OTHER LOVE ONES WE LOVE THEM
Veda & Wanda Brown
November 7, 2010
To Lelia and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. God knows best and called her home. Please find comfort in knowing that she is at peace now. Remember her fondly and hold her close at heart. Losing your mother is so very painful but knowing that her suffering is over will hopefully lesson your grief. God bless you all.
Jessica Thompson
November 7, 2010
Grandma we miss you so much... But knowing that your Healed now. Makes my heart not ache as much. You will be Forever Missed... Love Jessica & Ja' Corey
WARREN C. & REV. DEBORAH MOORE
November 7, 2010
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DAVID AND YOUR FAMILY AS YOU GO FORTH IN THE HOME GOING CELEBRATION OF THE SOUL OF YOUR BELOVED MOTHER HELEN THOMPSON. JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD AND SAVIOUR AS HE PROMISED WILL BE WITH YOU TO THE VERY END.
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