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Florian Thompson Obituary

August 21, 1958 - August 4, 2020 Dr. Thompson was a graduate of the Beverly Hills High School class of 1976. Following Beverly Hills High School, Florian attended the University of California Los Angeles from 1981-1983, where he was a pathology major, before gaining early admission to Boston University, Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine.Florian went on to graduate from Boston University in 1988 with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree (D.M.D.)Dr. Florian Thompson transitioned peacefully, with family at his bedside, after a valiant battle with cancer on August 4, 2020, at 6:09 PM Pacific Time, in Los Angeles, California. Our family will hold Florian in our hearts forever. Rest in paradise.https://www.gatheringus.com/memorial/dr-florian-thompson/4644

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Aug. 21, 2020.

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Diane Gotsulias

October 19, 2025

Just saw him on Match Game from years ago. A most charming young man. I checked Facebook and his obituary popped up. I'm so happy he reached goal of becoming a doctor of medical dentistry. Rest in peace dear Florian.

Larry Blong

October 19, 2025

Earlier today, I saw Dr. Thompson on a couple Match Game shows from 1980 shows. He was so well spoken and handsome. So I looked him up on the Internet and found out that sadly he passed away in 2020. I would´ve tried to contact him just to say hello and then I saw him on Match Game where he won $10,000. He seemed like such a lovely person. I am so sorry to read about his passing. My name is Larry Blong and my email is LWILT [email protected] if you´d like to reply again, my deepest sympathy.

Alicis

October 18, 2025

Just watched him on an old episode of Match Game. I was so glad he won and became a doctor. RIP, sir.

Nancy

October 18, 2025

I am watching a very old episode of Match Game. A handsome young man named Florian Thompson was a contestant. I wondered if he made it to medical school as he was planning. I googled his name and was happy to see that he fulfilled his goal and had a wonderful life. God bless his family.

Melanie Vorhees

October 18, 2025

I'm watching Dr. Florian on Match Game right now. Very distinguished gentleman.

Janelli Morales

July 23, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always Dr Thompson. Love your favorite Assistant!

Dr Harry ("Skip") Hazelwood, MD, MPH

January 9, 2022

So sorry to have to hear this news concerning my dear friend Florian who I will always treasure from our days together back in Boston in the 1980's.
Florian was always a source of knowledge and a helping hand with regard to Boston University matters and off-campus activities concerning daily life of living in the Boston area!
He was an inspiration to all of the Black students at BU Medical and Dental Schools and was lots of fun to be around.
I have been out of the country on-assignment with the United Nations so I am only just now hearing about this.
I wish for his sister and his family to know that he was a great guy who God placed here to do great things!
He has fulfilled his Godly mission, and now God has recalled him home to his heavenly mansion where there is no more pain and suffering!

Sincerely,

Dr Skip HAZELWOOD
[email protected]
305.992.3917

Phyllis Brooks-Newman

September 28, 2020

I remember Florian as the younger brother of my best friend Adelia, back then he was a really a little monster just like all our younger sisters and brothers, but he was also a joy to have around at times!!! I wish we had kept in touch our last conversation meant a lot to me!! Rest In Peace with our Lord and say hello to your parents for me!

adelia Henderson

September 27, 2020

WONDERFUL BROTHER FOR LIFE....I LOVEYOU!

Angelo

September 7, 2020

“The Fellas” BHHS Class of 76
My Brotha, Always Love..!
Your Baby Sister, Will always be your ride or die! Rest peacefully My friend

Mary Christian

August 28, 2020

You were loved and much respected by your family and friends and will be sorely missed.

Peace & God's Blessings Upon Your Soul!
Mary Christian (friend of Yolanda & Cary)

Gerald Nickerson

August 21, 2020

Gerald Nickerson

August 21, 2020

DW

August 21, 2020

Dearest Thompson family our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your many precious memories bring you a measure of comfort.
May “The God of All Comfort” be with you now and always.
DW

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