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Earlene Thompson Obituary

Earlene Powell Thompson was born on December 11, 1932 in Canton, Mississippi, but lived in New Orleans for the last 60 years. She was called to her heavenly home on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at her residence at the age of. 83. Earlene worked as a paraprofessional with the Orleans Parish School Board for 30 years and retired in 2002. Loving mother of Lola, Tanya and Angela Thompson, Wanda (Larry) Purnell, Darryl and David (Valencia) Thompson. Sister of Barbara Powell. Grandmother of Pastor Jacques Thompson, Tiffany (Dwight) Williams, Chanda (Zachary) Shy, Terez (LaGene Richards, Tyrus and Kennedy Thompson, Valond Octave, Omar Purnell, Terrinika Thornton and Darryl Christian Thompson. Aunt of David Powell and Chandra Edwards. Also survived by seven great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, two godchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, employees, officers and members of the Orleans Parish School Board, United Teachers of New Orleans, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, and Harmony Hospice are all invited to attend the Home going Celebration Service on Saturday, January 16, 2016 for 10:00 A.M. at The Boyd Funeral Home, 5001 Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans, LA 70126. Visitation will begin at 9:00 A. Rev. Eugene Mitchell officiating Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Online guestbook: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600. and Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jan. 14 to Jan. 21, 2016.

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Sethany Thomas Johnson

January 8, 2023

Remembering a Queen!!!

Barbara Wallace

February 5, 2016

Earlene was always thinking of her children. She loved you all so much. I worked with Earlene at FCW. We were a team. She had such a cheerful outlook on life. Her smile always brightened up my day. I was deeply saddened when I read about her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you and keep you in His care. Be of good cheer for your mother is now singing in the Heavenly choir.
Lovingly yours, Barbara Wallace

Marion Jourdan

January 17, 2016

To the family of Mrs. Earlene Thompson you have our deepest sympathy. Keep your hands in God's hands and everything will be alright. Former co worker.

Phyllis Butler

January 16, 2016

I remember you and your smile well from the years we spent at FCW. RIP Earline, and praying God's peace to your family

Stephen Harrell

January 16, 2016

God is a strong tower keep leaning on him.

January 16, 2016

RIP, Our First Lady. You will never be forgotten.Your classy dress and your lovely smile, and the Jesus in you !!!! Love, Lorraine Johnson Gaskins

Desi Small

January 16, 2016

I will miss you

Desi Small

January 16, 2016

Hey slim you was a big part of my life love so much

Cynthia Mitchell- Wells

January 15, 2016

To The Thimpson Family
We are so sorry for the home going of your Mother & Sister Diane. I will forever remember our good times growing up in First pilgrims Bapt. SIs Earlene will always be remembered by her warm smile she had for everyone that crossed her path. As a child I can see her sitting on the back row singing her heart out with First Pilgrims Gospel Choir...well down job Sis Earlene take your rest.. You will forever be remembered in our heart..

Pam Corley-Griesy

January 15, 2016

To my sweet sister/friend Tiffany, you've lost two very special ladies so close together. But know that we are praying and sending our love to you and the family. I wish I could be there
But prayers go where we can't. Love you dearly,

Mr. &Mrs. Claude& Patricia Washington

January 15, 2016

Tanya,you and your family are in our prayers. May God wrap his arms around the family.Mrs. Earline was beautiful inside and out,I am going to miss her smile.
Peace be with you,
Claude &PAT Washington

Kim Bieniemy

January 15, 2016

Longtime neighbor and friend of the family. I am praying for you all

Shirlene Vanison

January 15, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

ShaWanda (Sue) Manuel

January 15, 2016

David,my heart aches for you and your family during this time. Your mother was such an amazing person and she will truly be missed. My condolences.

Karen-Smith Russell

January 15, 2016

Fondly thinking of my childhood, growing up with this sweet family. Thank you Sis Thompson for allowing us to be apart of your family. To all of her children, you have my deepest sympathy. Continue to allow Jesus to comfort you. We are scattered now, but you will always be in my heart and prayers. Take comfort in the sweet memories of your mother. Karen Smith Russell.

Tamara Lee-Mullens

January 15, 2016

Sorry for your loss praying for you and your famiy

Tracy Banks

January 15, 2016

Thanking God one more time for the life and legacy of my First Lady such a class act love her and will miss her dearly

Mike Smith

January 14, 2016

Sister Thompson. Thank you for being a part of my life as a young man during my days at First Pilgrims Baptist Church. I am sadden by your passing, but I am comforted knowing you're now with the Lord in Heaven! Our prayers, and condolences are with the family. ---Mike, Andrea & Heather Smith

January 14, 2016

You guys have our deepest sympathy. Praying for all of you.
Love,
Val & Family

Sethany Johnson

January 14, 2016

Praying for you Chanda....at this time all the memories of yall times together will be flooding your heart...Tanya stay strong your mother lived a beautiful life...God has called home one of His best...Well Done Earlene...you got your wings!!!!

Valorie Parker

January 14, 2016

Earlene will truly be missed.
Sorry I can't be there, but you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Valorie Parker

Jane White

January 14, 2016

My prayers goes out to the family of Earline. She will be missed by all who meet her.

January 14, 2016

Love you Mother, angela

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