Frank Thompson Obituary
Frank, also called Tommy by many, was born in Montclair, NJ on October 15, 1946. He was the son of Dr. Frank F. Thompson, Jr., MD, and Lela Poole Chavis, and the grandson of Dr. and Mrs. Frank F. Thompson, Sr. of Montclair.
Frank graduated from Montclair High School in 1964. He entered Howard University, receiving his undergraduate degree in 1968. He matriculated at Howard University Medical School as did his father and grandfather before him, receiving his Medical Degree in 1972.
After internship and residency, he moved to New York City in 1975 where he practiced psychiatry for forty years, with his most recent position, Chief of Psychiatric Consultation at Harlem Hospital.
Frank moved to Washington, DC during the pandemic, spending his final years at Maple Heights Senior Living under the care of dedicated staff and professionals.
He leaves behind his devoted and loving sister, Mary Helen Thompson of Washington, DC, her son Matthew Chavis Thompson of NYC, and many close relatives and dear friends who deeply mourn his loss but celebrate his exemplary life.
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