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Easter Bell Thompson, born on March 29, 1940, in Covington, Georgia, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, in Walton County. Easter's life was marked by kindness, warmth, and an unwavering spirit that touched the lives of all who had the privilege to know her.
Family and Friends will honor her remarkable life during a Visitation on Thursday, January 15, 2026, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Lester Lackey & Sons Funeral Home, Inc., located at 1163 Reynolds Street SW, Covington, GA 30014. This gathering provides an opportunity for friends and loved ones to come together, share memories, and reflect on the indelible impact Easter had on their lives.
A Celebration of Life will follow on Friday, January 16, 2026, 1:00 PM at Little Bethlehem Narrow-Way Pentecostal Holiness Church,240 Flat Rock Road, Oxford, GA 30054. This event seeks to celebrate Easter’s life, her achievements, and the love she radiated throughout her years.
Easter Bell Thompson will be profoundly missed, yet her spirit will forever resonate within the hearts of those she left behind, a testament to a life lived with purpose and compassion.
"A Service of Dignity, A Trademark of Excellence"
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1163 Reynolds Street SW P.O. Box 629, Covington, GA 30014

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