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Ruth Juanita Gaines-Thompson

Funeral services for Ruth Gaines-Thompson will be Friday, June 13, 2014 at Bright Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, 521 Baptist St., Pineville, LA at 11:00 AM. with the Rev. Allen Hall officiating. Visitation will be at 9:00 AM at the church. Interment Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church Cemetery, Pineville. Funeral Services are under the direction of Winnfield Funeral Home.

Ruth Juanita Gaines-Thompson was born on May 14, 1933. She was the fifth of seven children born to the union of James and Lutisha "Lula" Boney-Gaines in Pineville. She departed this life on Saturday, June 7, 2014.

Sis. Thompson was baptized by the late Rev. (Dr.) E.C. Curtis of Bright Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church where she was an active member and attended service regularly. She has served as Superintendent of Sunday School, member and director of the Senior Choir, Youth Choir Director, Head Trustee, and Mission Ministry to name a few.

Sis. Thompson was a graduate of Peabody High School in Alexandria. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Education from Leland College in Baker, and her Master's Degree in Education from Northwestern State University in Natchitoches. She retired from the Rapides Parish School System with a total of 26 years in 1992.

Sis. Thompson was joined in marriage to Robert Thompson on June 19, 1957. To this union, three children, Vanessa, Paul and Janet were born. Sis. Thompson was very active in the community. She was a member of Just Us Girls Civic & Social Club, Harmony Social Club, a life member of VFW Post 8852 Ladies Auxiliary, and the Cenla Retired Teachers Association. Her Masonic affiliations include being the Grand Royal Princess for the Grand United Order of Sons & Daughters of Isaac & Rebecca, Inc., Louisiana Jurisdiction; Worthy Matron of Bethune Chapter #83 Order of Eastern Stars, Prince Hall Affiliation, Louisiana Jurisdiction, Mary G.M. White Court #12, Order of the Amaranth and Rosebud Court #11 Heroines of Jericho.

Sis. Thompson was preceded in death by her parents, James and Lutisha Gaines, her sisters Mary Etta Johns, Vivian Woodard, Delores Croal, her brother James "Sonny" Gaines and her daughter, Vanessa Thompson.

She leaves to cherish her memories her loving husband of 56½ years, Robert Thompson of Alexandria; one son, Paul Thompson of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; one daughter, Janet Thompson of Alexandria; three grandchildren, Derrick Britt of Dallas, Texas, Jennifer Britt of Alexandria, and Sarina "Nikki" Thompson of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; three great-grandchildren, Sanaa Antwine, Makenzie Britt and Makynlee Britt, all of Alexandria; two sisters, Lutisha Lorio of Pineville, and Sandra Sue Brooks (Richard) of Romeo, Michigan; one sister-in-law, Shirley Gaines of Apple Valley, California and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Published by The Town Talk on Jun. 12, 2014.
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I am sorry to hear of your loss. Bright Morning Star has lossed a staunch soldier for God. She will surely be missed.

Katie Croal

June 14, 2014

May God's Blessing Always Be
Yours. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Fred, Jean & Ajia Norwood Flower Mound, Texas

June 13, 2014

Our deepest condoences to the Thompson Family. Ms Thompson and my Dad grew up in Pineville. May God give you strength as you cherish Mrs Thompson's memory. Much Love from Bertha, Sharon and Thomas Ellis, Jr

The Ellis Family

June 13, 2014

Our sincere sympathy to the Thompson family.

Coach & Mrs. Smith

June 13, 2014

Paul and Janet, pleace accept my deepest sympathy. I am thinking of both of you. Grace, mercy and peace....

Stephanie R. Bookman

June 13, 2014

THE THOMPSONS,LORIOS AND ALL THE FAMILY
WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU IN YOUR HOUR OF BEREAVEMENT GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU
ZADIE SWAFFORD BUD COLEMAN AND MARY PHILLIPS AND FAMILIES

June 12, 2014

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.

JOHNNIE Meeks and family

June 12, 2014

To the family,

May God give you strength and comfort in the difficult days ahead without your loved one. I pray that the loving memories of good times shared will sustain you until you meet her again at Heaven's door. Blessings and love to all of you from the Lee family.

Diane Lee

June 12, 2014

To Mr. Thompson, Stanley Paul, Janet and family members... my wife, Kelly and I send our heart felt condolences and we celebrate the wonderful fulfilled Christian life Mrs. Thompson led amongst the living. I have so many fond memories and experiences growing up around her in Bright Morning Star B.C. and our community to recall for this particular forum but know this Janet, I will never forget you reading my Dad's eulogy and just wish I didn't live so " darn " far away not to return that same caring comfort you provided me during a difficult moment in my life not to long ago. I want you to know my sister, classmate, & life long friend that we are certainly with you in God's spirit during your family hours of need. I'm fairly certain bells sounded and trumpets played when she received her wings signaling acceptance into the Kingdom of Heaven... "just reward for a job well done amongst us mortals on earth". Mr. T, my prayers to you for strength and good health, Sir! To Paul, I Love You! Big Man and I'm there in spirit and brotherhood with you making this difficult journey, . RIP Mrs. Thompson

Gerald Baptiste

June 12, 2014

Friend Janet Thompson:

Just wanted you to know that we are praying for you at this time. May the Lord strengthen you in your time of bereavement. Amicae Annie Jacob & Betty Rainey

Betty Rainey

June 11, 2014

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