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Thompson was working as a racing writer for The Roanoke Times in 1966 when the late Martinsville Speedway founder, H. Clay Earles, hired him to help publicize events at the track, said W. Clay Campbell, Earles' grandson and now the track's president.
Thompson was the track's first public relations director and was only the second full-time public relations representative in NASCAR, the speedway said in a news release.
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Jeanneane Davidson
October 31, 2009
Dear Thompson Family,
I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Thompson at Martinsville Speedway and I never saw him without a smile on his face. He was so nice to us part timers, he was always happy to answer any questions you had. He amazed me with his knowledge of the sport. May your many wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. Mr. Thompson will be missed by many. With Sincere Sympathy.
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