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Vera Thompson Obituary
Thompson, Vera M, a resident of Montgomery, Alabama, transitioned from Earth to Heaven on April 13, 2017. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 11:00 am at the Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 2106 Mill Street with Reverend Calvin McTier, Ph.D. officiating. Interment will be held at the Eastwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery with E. G. Cummings Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. directing.
Cherishing her memories and continuing her legacy are her devoted husband Felton C. Thompson Sr., two loving children, Chasity Quianna (Marcus) Thompson Osborn and Felton C. II (Shalondria), a grandchild, Felton C. Thompson III, her aunt, Lillie (James) Warner of West Hempstead, New York, Siblings: Willie (Betty) Lewis of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Betty (Theareha) Burt, Donald (Janice) Lewis, and Audrey Thomas, all of Montgomery, AL. One sibling preceded of her in death, Lucille Rose. She leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, other relatives, godchildren and mentees.
Vera Thompson devoted more than 40 years of her life to educating children in the Montgomery public school system. She mentored and helped numerous students, faculty and staff advance in their careers. She was recognized by several organizations for her outstanding leadership and community service, including recognition as Principal of the Year several times and numerous Sorority awards. She was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, for more than 50 years. Vera actively participated in the Civil Rights movement and continued to support advocacy initiatives for decades. With her vibrant smile, dynamic speaking, melodious singing voice, unforgettable laugh and love for the Arts, she transformed many programs and events into memorable moments. Although her work on Earth is complete, her life and legacy will continue to positively impact our community for decades to come.
The body will lie in state from 9:00-11:00 at the church.
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Memories and Condolences
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Brenda Reese Jones
April 23, 2017
Mrs Thompson taught me at JD and was the principal at Fitzpatrick Elem when my children attended school there. You will be truly missed
Charlie Hardy
April 22, 2017
Mrs. Vera M. Thompson was the "consummate" educator. I witnessed this characteristic in her when I did my student teaching at Alabama State Laboratory High School in 1962. Vera was always proactive in her work. Without a doubt she contributed greatly to my ability to teach French. I proudly observed her progress in her career to become an extraordinary school administrator. I wish the best for her family. Long live her legacy of love of family and education.
Brenda J. McCoy
April 21, 2017
Vera will truly be missed especially at church. She always had a big smile and a nice compliment for me and viversa. I will always cherish making all of her AKA and ASU decorations for her. Will be Praying for her entire family. God bless!
Mr. and Mrs. James (Debra) Gosha
April 21, 2017
Mrs. Thompson was a phenomenal woman! She will be greatly missed. Praying God will lift your hearts during this difficult time.
Jaquella Washington
April 21, 2017
Sending my condolences
Daisy Bolden
April 21, 2017
Mrs. Thompson was my teacher in the 1979- 1980 school year .she was a great principal for my children and grandchildren . wonderful teacher , a true lady of faith . she will be truly missed .
Soror Kimberly Byrd
April 21, 2017
So sorry to hear of the passing of Soror Vera. Praying for the family in your time of sorrow.
Undrea
April 21, 2017
Please accept my sympathies. Know that the Father of tender mercies feel your pain and sorrow. Isaiah 61:1,2 says: "He sent me ( Jesus Christ ) to bind up the brokenhearted, . . . and to comfort all who mourn,
rita McMillian
April 21, 2017
Mrs. Thompson was a wonderful teacher. She will forever be missed by all the lives she shaped and molded.
April 21, 2017
With sorrow to the Thompson Family.
Mrs. Thompson was a strong, courageous, and elegant woman who was phenomenal. She was an inspiration to myself as so many others and I admired her for the person she was. I worked under Mrs. Thompson for a couple of years, and during that time I grew to love her dearly both as an employer and a friend. She has earned her "Wings" and is a member of the "Heavenly Choir". She will be missed dearly.
Macklin, Vateya & Taliah Davis
Birmingham, AL
Soror Jan Burkes
April 21, 2017
May memories of Soror Vera Thompson and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead. God Bless.
Christabel,Carol ,Carolyn Stevens
April 21, 2017
With Heartfelt Sympathy. Thinking of you during these difficult times,God bless.
Bernard Gray
April 21, 2017
So sorry to hear of Vera passing we grew up
Together on oak st
Marilyn (Lyn) Best
April 21, 2017
Such a strong and great principal...my first and I will never forget those years...Praying for the family...
Martha Shipman
April 21, 2017
So sorry for the loss of your loved one . Praying for you family. May God grant you peace at this difficult time. John 3:16.
Mahala Ann Sawyer Culpepper
April 20, 2017
Felton, Sr., Soror Chastity and Felton II, Soror Audrey, words can not express the sadness I have learning of the passing of Soror Vera. I have know Soror Vera over 50 years and she will truly be missed by me and my family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest well my Ivy Beyond the Wall. Ann and Paul Culpepper
Gwenita Ponder
April 20, 2017
Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Keeping you all in prayer. I admired Mrs. Thompson when she was the principal of
Fitzpatrick Elementary School where my 3 children attended. She is going to be missed but God has gained another angel.
Benjamin Davie
April 20, 2017
Just a note of condolence to Felton from his old friend, Benny Davie, from Mobile Heights. Linda and I were sorry to hear about Vera's passing. We know that God is the ultimate decider and that you and your family will find comfort and peace in God's Words.
Jessie White
April 20, 2017
To a wonderful friend. I first met Vera when she was an assistant principal at Houston Hills Junior High School. I was hired as an administrative aide. We have remained friends since that time. To the family, May God continue to bless you in these difficult times.
Tushima Moton
April 20, 2017
My condolences extended to the Thompson Family. I remember Vera Thompson from the old Bethel Baptist Church Young Adult Choir. She enjoyed singing and now another Angel has ascended to heaven gracing it with her glowing smile and melodious voice. She will truly be missed but never forgotten. May God continue to comfort the family. God Bless you always.
Carolyn Elam
April 20, 2017
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Mrs. Thompson was a true christian soldier seeking out the best in those she met. She will be truly missed.
April 20, 2017
My prayers are with your family in this time of sorrow. May God give them great peace and strength is my prayer. J Young
DeVona Sims
April 20, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the family...Mrs. Thompson will be truly missed.
Enjoli White
April 20, 2017
You are among the many women of AKA that fashioned and touched my young life. Many thanks and prayers for your big family.
Glinda Perkins
April 20, 2017
To the Thompson Family:
Vera will truly be missed by so many. She was a light, inspiration and a joy to all she came in contact with. I can here her singing at a Bethel, Jesus Csn Work It Out! A golden voice gone but never to be forgotten. My sincerest prayers are extended to you all. May God continue to comfort you and keep you is my prayer.
Always,
Glinda
Gloria Jackson
April 20, 2017
RIH my Queen, Mentor, Teacher and Friend!
We love you, but God loves your best!
Dorothy Armster - Thomas
April 20, 2017
Dorothy Armster Thomas
VICKIE BELSER
April 20, 2017
Rest In ETERNAL PEACE, BELOVED!!!!
Archie Curtis
April 19, 2017
That smile and poise will truly be missed. My condolences to your family.
Richetta Echols
April 19, 2017
To a phenomenal woman, elegant and kind. May you rest knowing you will forever be loved and missed. Thanks for the many long conversations and the laughter that went with each. As we ended each conversation kissy
Shirley Walker Williams
April 19, 2017
Will miss that beauty smile and seeing you at Mrs Elaine 'Beauty Salon . Rest In Peace and continue singing in Heaven. Ms, Thompson
kathaleen anderson
April 19, 2017
Vera was a very outstanding woman and educator in the Montgomery Public School System. Her warm beautiful smile will never be forgotten. May God give her family the strength to accept that His Will has been done. Will keep each of you in my prayers.
Gwendolyn Garner
April 19, 2017
Soror Vera you will truly be missed and may God give your family the strength and faith they will need at this time of sorrow.
April 18, 2017
Praying for Strength and understanding for the family.
Dyas Drive and London House Road won't be the same without Mrs Thompson. We all Love You. Sondra, Bridget, and Renee Haynes
Valerie Sawyer
April 18, 2017
Vera we love you. You were very special to The Sawyer Family. I am praying for Felton, Chasity and Felton Jr., and the rest of the family. Rest on dear Vera. I will miss seeing your beautiful smile.
YOLANDA HAWKINS-UMOJAMAY
April 18, 2017
I will miss, Mrs. Vera Thompson. She was my Assistant Principal, when I taught at Bellingrath. She was ALWAYS SUCH a WOMAN of DISTINCTION! I admired her for many reasons: She was poised, elegant,professional; but most of all she was SO CARING and LOVING towards my family and I. I dare to say that, I think she was modest about her BEAUTIFUL SINGING VOICE, too! I BELIEVE she is SINGING WITH the HEAVENLY CHOIR! THANK YOU, MRS. VERA THOMPSON FOR YOUR EXAMPLE, LOVE, AND KINDNESS. ENJOY YOUR HEAVENLY HOME!!!-FROM: YOLANDA WILLIAMS HAWKINS UMOJAMAY.
Dianne Donerlson
April 18, 2017
Rest In Heaven. Vera
Dianne Thomas Donerlson
Greensboro NC
Vivian Perry
April 18, 2017
Vera and first meet at Bellingrath Junior High. We all became family. My regret is that once I moved away I didn't talk to you as much as I should have. Rest well my sister. Love you!!!
Jessie White
April 17, 2017
To a wonderful person and a great friend. My thoughts and prayers are with the family in time like these. I first met Mrs. Vera Thompson at Houston Hills Junior High School when she was an assistant principal. She and I became friends at that moment, and we remained friends. She will be missed by all who knew her.
April 16, 2017
Continued prayers for your family from Mrs. Nelson's Second Graders in Rm. 13 @ Fitzpatrick Elementary School
Johnnie Nelson
April 16, 2017
Your laughter and grace will be missed...Sisterly, Soror Johnnie M. Brown- Nelson
Margaret & James Roberts(Linda' s & kearia second Family)
April 15, 2017
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
April 15, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. May God provide the comfort and strength that your family needs at this difficult time (Matthew 5:4). I will keep the family in my prayers.
April 15, 2017
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Willease Jenkins
April 15, 2017
A great voice has been silenced. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Rest in Heaven.
April 15, 2017
Our condolences May we find comfort at Psalms chapter forty six verse one GOD is a refuge and strength a help that is readily found
The Traylors
April 14, 2017
Mrs.Thompson will be missed by us.
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