Doris Lorene Thompson
Doris Lorene Thompson
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She was preceded in death by parents, Isom Melvin and Ina Mae Gregory Coleman, 2 brothers, and 3 sisters.
Lorene was married to Willard E. Thompson for over 65 years, a testament to their enduring love and partnership. She is survived by her devoted husband Willard; two sons, W. Allen Thompson (Ella) and W. Keith Thompson (Christina); nine grandchildren David Walters (Nora), Ashley Flournoy (Eric), Miranda Carter (Jonathan), Amanda Williams (Nick), Rock Williams, Sarah Lorene McDonald (Earl), Aaron Thompson (Rhi), Courtney Pierce, Julia Pierce; nineteen great-grandchildren; and numerous others who lovingly knew her as "Memaw."
A graduate of Rankin High School in Greensboro, North Carolina, Lorene retired from South Eastern Randolph Middle School.
Lorene was a faithful member of Maple Springs Community Church. She will be missed by many.
Visitation will be held at Loflin Funeral Home in Ramseur, Monday, 19 January 2026 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.
Memorials may be made to Maple Springs Community Church Women in Action or Church Building Fund, c/o Lib Brown, 5775 NC Hwy. 22/42, Ramseur, NC 27316.
Funeral services will be held at Maple Springs Community Church, 6231 NC-Hwy. 22/42, Ramseur on Tuesday, 20 January 2026 at 2:00 pm.
Officiating, Rev. Ed Carter.
Loflin Funeral Home of Ramseur is serving the Thompson family.
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January 20, 2026
I was so sorry to hear of Lorene's passing. She was a very beautiful person in a world of many whose only concern was about themselves. She will be missed by many the family has no idea about. Agenteel lady! AnnaRae Hodgin
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