FOSTER THOMPSON

Foster L. Thompson, Jr. Deacon Foster Thompson, Jr., departed from this life to be with our Lord and Savior on Monday, March 26, 2012 after a brief illness. He was 75. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, March 31st at North Highland Baptist. Viewing is one hour prior to service. Burial is at New Maranda Baptist. The family visitation is from 6-8 P.M. on Friday, March 30th at New Maranda Baptist. Mr. Thompson was born on January 24, 1937 to the late Foster & Evrie Lee Thompson. He was a graduate of Columbia High School. He retired from Eastman Kodak (Rochester) and again from Sears (Dothan). Deacon Thompson was a "tall timber" figure with a generous and cheerful manner. He lived a strong Christian life. In the community, he was known for his good deeds. He was affectionately known as "Bruh", "Wheezle", "Hoss", "Unk","Geazer" and "Rim." His faith not only illuminated in his chosen place of worship, but wherever there was a need for his service. He was also preceded in death by his brother, sister and grandson. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years: Bernice Thompson; 7 children: Everlene (Rochester), Foster III (Dothan), Yolonda (Richmond), Curtis (Cecilia) (Chicago), Anthony (Dothan), Patricia (Rochester) and Felicia Renee (Dothan); 13 grandchildren: Daryl, Foster IV, Robbie, Nikkara, Shala, Okeeta, LaMarcus, Anthony Jr., Divonte, Danielle, David Jr., Nicole and Joshua Foster; four great-grandchildren: Jaiden, Nevaeh, Harmony, Divonte Jr.; three sisters: Maggie Taylor (Montgomery, AL), Ethell Barker and Shirley Brewer (both of Dothan, AL); two brother-in-laws: Harry (Ella) and Edward (Angelia) Sistrunk all of Dothan, AL; and a host of family and friends; among them are several devoted nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Scott's Chapel Hill Mortuary, (334) 677-7200, is in charge of arrangements. Visit them online www.scottschapelhillmortuary.com Sign a guest book at www.dothaneagle.com.