Photo courtesy of Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service - Gastonia
Dallas, North Carolina
Jul 28, 1955 – May 11, 2022 (Age 66)
Allen Thompson 1955-2022 Dallas – Johnny Allen Thompson, 66, passed away May 11, 2022, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was born in Gaston County on July 28, 1955, to the late John William Thompson and Jessie Wright Thompson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Doug Thompson. Allen was a member of Venture Church. He was a dear friend and mentor to anyone willing. Allen was a wonderful and loving husband, father, and PawPaw. He adored his grandchildren and was known as their "Silly PawPaw". Left to cherish Allen's memories is his loving wife of 47 wonderful years, Debbie Watts Thompson; his sons, Ronnie Allen Thompson (Sarah), William Daniel Thompson (Kendall), and a dear special friend that he considered his son, Zachary Queen and his 3 children; his adoring grandchildren, Lola Marie, Allie Lynn, and Oliver Christopher; his brothers Gerry Thompson and Darrell Thompson; and his cats, Gracie, Alice, and Mr. Harrison. The family will receive friends on Monday, May 16, 2022, from 12:30 until 1:45 p.m. at Venture Church, 800 East Main Street, Dallas. A Celebration of Life service will follow at 2:00 p.m., Monday at Venture Church with Pastor Austin Rammell and Pastor Jonathan Pugh officiating. Interment will follow at Long Creek Baptist Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Venture Church, 800 East Main Street, Dallas, NC 28034. Condolences may be made to www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia 704-864-5144 is serving the Family.
He was a fantastic friend, a great worker, and although I am to set in my ways, he was a great mentor and teacher to my Son. I missed seeing him on a regular basis after I left Gastonia. I also know how much he loved Debbie and I know she will miss him. I am in such shock as I knew I would go on before he did.
Eric Hasson
June 04, 2022 | Stilwell, OK | Friend
Prayers for you and your family Debbie. I was sad to hear about Allen. He has done a lot of work at Covenant UMC where I work and he did a great job. He was nice to talk with as well. May God give you peace in the days ahead.
Tammy Bassett
May 17, 2022 | Gastonia, NC | Acquaintance
What a kind and gentle man Allen was and still is at his new address with Jesus. I pray for his family to find comfort in his faith knowing he is in good hands and enjoying all the Good Things The Lord has prepared for him. May The PEACE that passes knowledge be known by each member of his family through The Comforter Who is near to all of them during this difficult time. Psalm 23.
Kathy Culver
May 16, 2022 | KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC | Friend
My heart will forever be scarred. You've been a wonderful cousin for many years. My sincerest sympathy for the family.
Tammy B. Coggins
May 15, 2022 | Dallas, NC | Family
I met Allen through bees. I was writing an article on bees and beekeeping for a magazine and Allen insisted I come visit a hive and help harvest honey. He did this knowing full well I have a phobia about stinging insects. Despite my nerves, Allen got me suited up and interacting with the bees, something I never thought I could do, given the level of my anxiety. But Allen had a way of calming people down, just by his presence. By the time I finished with the harvest (and actually got stung!) I...
Janice Booth
May 15, 2022 | Gastonia, NC | Friend
Mr. Thompon was a wonderful Scout Leader and Friend. A cool dad and easy with a joke and laugh. He will live on in my memories, with my condolences to his family and the Dallas community.
Chris Manuel
May 14, 2022 | Aurora, CO | Family Friend
What a good good guy. A great friend that I have known all my life. We went to grade school, jr. high, high school, and worked together at Freightliner. And we're reacquainted through the beekeepers assn.. Always a smile and good heart. Willing to help out with my bee needs and could make me laugh without trying. God Bless The Family.
I will miss my friend.
Jack Ray
Jack Ray
May 13, 2022 | Dallas, NC | Friend
I was so shocked to hear the news of Allen's sudden passing .... he was a great teacher and mentor with the Gaston County Beekeepers .... such a nice man that will be missed by everyone who new him .... our heart and prayers go out to his family during this most difficult time
Hal Kluttz
May 13, 2022 | Iron Station, NC | Student
I had only met Allen a few times through the latest beekeepers school. Immediately I knew this man knows Jesus because he exudes a kindness that's other worldly. I'm sorry I couldn't have known him longer. Continuing prayer for his family.
Tom Bilderback
May 13, 2022 | Cherryville, NC | Friend
