Lewis “Sonny” Garland Thompson
August 19, 1933 ~ March 14, 2017
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ROCKY MOUNT - Lewis “Sonny” Garland Thompson, Jr., age 83, passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2017. Born in Nash County, NC on August 19, 1933, he was the son of the late Lewis Garland Thompson, Sr. and Lorraine Harper Thompson. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Jerrie Thompson Goff.
Sonny served his Country in the Coast Guard in Japan. He worked for the Coastline Railroad and retired from the Federal Aviation Administration after 33 years. Sonny was a member of First United Methodist Church, NARFE National Active Retired Federal Employees Association, American Legion Post 58, Shriners, Loyal Order of the Masons, and Tar River Astronomy Club. Sonny was a loving husband and a friend to all, and will be dearly missed by all those who knew him.
Sonny leaves behind to cherish his memory, his bride of over 60 years, Marjorie Williams Thompson. He is also survived by an aunt, Mary T. Prentiss of Virginia Beach, VA; sister-in-law, Evelyn Murray of Rocky Mount; nieces, Melanie Goff Bradley and husband, David, of Rocky Mount; Wendy Goff of Raleigh; Brenda Sherrod and husband, Jerry, of Nashville; nephews, Dr. David Goff, Jr. and wife, Terri, of Bethesda, MD; Rickey Murray and wife, Karen, of Rocky Mount; Michael Murray and wife, Judy, of Rocky Mount; great-niece, Katie Goff of Washington, DC; great-nephew, Alex Goff of Detroit, MI; and many cousins.
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 17, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services. Visitation with the family will be from 12:30 PM to 1:45 PM prior to the service. The family wishes to have a private burial at a later time.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 100 S. Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or Alzheimers Disease Research, 22512 Gateway Center Drive, Clarksburg, MD 20871.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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I was so sad to hear of Sonny’s passing. I have always had a special place in my heart for him. I remember years and years ago, he taught me how to play a few chords on my guitar. Although I never learned to play well, it was a pleasure having him teach me. My heart goes out to Marjorie Ann. I am sure she will be lost without him. She will be in my prayers.
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I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Sonny. I have very fond memories of our family visits with he and Margie, as I grew up. Sonny will be missed but know his spirit is always around us. My deepest condolences. Debra Thompson Lyle
I am unable to be there for the service due to health reasons. Sonny will always hold a special place in my heart. Please know that I am sending love and prayers to Margie and the family. Evelyn Thomspson Ebbets
Margie and family, you have my deepest sympathy. Lew was a wonderful friend to ALL of us in NARFE and will be remembered especially for his work in our organization. May God bless you as you carry on in life without him. Barbara Holden
Sonny was the family hero for myself and my immediate close relatives. He was gentle, fun loving and loads of fun to be around. We miss him greatly and hope that he finds a better place. Moreover, one of my closest and best friends from Plymouth, Edward Stewart worked with Lou as a consultant for an electronics company. Ed and I often shared an affection for Lou and will miss his visits greatly. We forward our Condolences to Lou’s family at large. Graham and Pam Thompson
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