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Ronald Thompson Obituary
1931-2008Ronald Vincent Thompson, 76, passed away on March 31, 2008.
Ron was a native of Pensacola, grew up around Bayou Texar, Bayview Park, Pensacola Beach, fishing and water-skiing. He was one of the original lifeguards on Pensacola Beach. Ronald was a 1949 graduate of Catholic High School and attended college in Mississippi and Pensacola on a football scholarship. He also played for the Pensacola Alumni Football Team for 4 years. Ronald was an Insurance Adjuster for 32 years and retired in 1996 as owner of Thompson and Associates. Ronald was an original member and founding member of Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church on Pensacola Beach as well as serving as parish council president, Eucharistic minister and usher.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Colley and Marie (Rivais) Thompson; and son, Stephen Wayne Thompson.
Ron is survived by his wife of 54 years, Betty Russell Thompson; son, Douglas (Penny); grandchildren, Ashley Yvonne-Marie Thompson, Collin Wyatt Thompson, Justin York Gittings; 2 great-grandchildren; brother, Jerauld R. (Jackie) Thompson; sisters, Marie Gossman, Elizabeth Hale; fifteen nieces and nephews; five brothers-in-law and their wives.
Visitation will be held 9-10:00am Friday, April 4, 2008 at Our Lady of The Assumption Catholic Church (Pensacola Beach) with Funeral Mass to begin at 10:00am with Msgr. Luke Hunt celebrant. Burial will follow at Bayview Memorial Park.
Active Pallbearers will be Justin Gittings, Collin Thompson, Jerauld Thompson, Ellis Mason, John Russell, and Nikko Sarabia.
Honorary Pall bearers will be Charles Schultz, Edwin Frank, Glover Bridges, Paul Bookout, Paul Cutchen, Frank Plewa, and James Turnupseed.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of the Assumption Building Fund, P.O. Box 1057, Gulf Breeze, FL 32562.
HARPER-MORRIS MEMORIAL CHAPEL is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Thompson
Beth Ptacek
April 16, 2008
Betty, Doug and Penny,
It was such a pleasure to know Ron even for a short time. I truly enjoyed him. God's peace be with all of you and the rest of the family
Beth
April 8, 2008
Dear Ones....
Peace be upon you.......
LOVETERNALIFE +++
Bill & Pat Griffith
April 7, 2008
Betty,
Sorry I was unable to be with you due to my own infirmity. Our prayers are with you.
Rita McGartland
April 6, 2008
Dear Betty,
I was out of town when I heard. Our prayers are with you and your family.
April 4, 2008
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Mr. Thompson was an amazing person. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all!
The team @ NovaCare Physical Therapy
Romel Ramos And Family
April 4, 2008
Dear Doug,
My Deepest Condolences To You And Your Family,God Bless You And Your Family In This Difficult And Trying Time In Your Life.
jere west
April 4, 2008
Doug, you can do all things through christ. Iam praying for your family.
anthony english
April 4, 2008
sorry for your loss
Beth Hammond
April 4, 2008
Sorry to hear about your loss. Your Dad was such a kind man. Beth
Ilona Borish
April 3, 2008
Betty,
My prayers are with you and all the family. Know that your church family love you!
Joy Kemble
April 3, 2008
Dear Betty,
I was sorry to learn of Ronnie's passing. You are in my prayers.
Melissa Spring
April 3, 2008
Dear Betty,
I am truly sorry for your loss and want you to know that you're in my thoughts and prayers. You are a source of strength and comfort to those around you. The angels are rejoicing at his arrival!
April 3, 2008
The Thompson family,
We send our condolences to you entire family at this time of your loss.
Our prayers are with you.
Michael and Sue Chuites
Tyrone Jones
April 3, 2008
Doug my prayers are with you in your family at your time of need.
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