Gary Bentley Thompson
Gary Bentley Thompson
Obituary
Guest Book
Gary Thompson Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Mr. Thompson passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025. He was a faithful member of Providence Primitive Baptist Church.
He served his country with honor in the United States Air Force and later retired from Robins Air Force Base after many years of dedicated civilian service.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin Elvis Thompson and Vivian Sanders Thompson, and his wife, Martha Hortman Thompson.
Survivors include his son, Samuel B. Thompson of Jonesboro; his companion, Joyce Sorrow of Roberta; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Providence Primitive Baptist Church of Roberta.
You may sign the online guest register at www.mcleightonfuneralservice.com.
McLeighton Funeral Service of Roberta is in charge of arrangements.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Gary Bentley Thompson, please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1 Entry
McLeighton Funeral Service - Roberta
July 5, 2025
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
375 South Dugger Avenue, Roberta, GA 31078
Make a Donation
in Gary Thompson's name
People and places connected with Gary
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Gary's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Gary Thompson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
