of Mabelvale, AR
April 14, 1942 - October 20, 2020
Carolyn Hibbs Thompson, 78, of Mabelvale, went to be with the Lord, October 20, 2020. She was born in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma on April 14, 1942 to John and Nora Lee Hibbs. The family lived in Russellville and moved to Little Rock in 1955 and she met Don. Carolyn graduated from Mabelvale High School, Arkansas A&M (UA Monticello), University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and also attended University of Southwestern Louisiana (University of Louisiana at Lafayette) while pursuing her PhD. Carolyn retired from UAMS where she was an assistant professor and biostatistician in the Biometry Department.
Carolyn dearly loved her family and enjoyed tennis, bridge, and quilting. Carolyn is an Alpha Sigma Alpha alumna from the UAM chapter. Carolyn will be remembered for her intellect, contributions to scientific research, competitive spirit, kindness, and infectious laugh.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Gary David Hibbs, her in-laws James Walter and Elsie Thompson, her brother-in-laws Jim Thompson and James Garvin. Carolyn is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Don Thompson; her children, Terri, Tracy and Keith (Tracy Isbell), her grandchildren Ethan and Erin, her siblings Marilyn Garvin, Johnny Hibbs (Paula), her sister-in-laws Carol (Homer) Buck, Shirley Thompson and many friends, cousins, nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the caregivers Karen Mason, April Nabholz, and Theresa Duke for their nurturing care of Carolyn.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to University of Arkansas Monticello Foundation, Attn: Carolyn Hibbs Thompson Chemistry Scholarship, P.O. Box 6520, Monticello, AR 71656.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a Celebration of Carolyn's Life will be held at a later date.
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65 Condolence(s)
Barbara Dean White
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Don I am so sorry about Carolyn, I just found out. she was a great lady and I really enjoyed knowing her and playing bridge. Prayers for you and your family.
Barbara White
Irby Electrical
Stacey Hill
Monday, November 23, 2020
My Mother was Faye Huff, she went to High School with Ms. Carolyn and before she died in 1997 she spoke highly of her friend Carolyn Hibbs. I would like to express my deepest sympathy for the family of Carolyn in this time of devastating loss.
Vickie Lea
Thursday, October 29, 2020
My best to the entire Thompson family. She was an exceptional person and friend. Lots of wonderful memories! Kind thoughts and prayers for you all
Marsha Lindley
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Carolyn, a piece of my heart has gone with you. Heaven gained a beautiful Angel when you arrived. Don, Terri, Keith and Tracy Isbell, Ethan and Erin and Tracy will always miss you. Your sister Marilyn, all of our cousins and your neices and nephews will always have fond memories of you and your beautiful smile. We all shared some very special memories that will always be in my heart. You were very special to me. Love you.
Lewis Alfred and Trudy Cotton
Monday, October 26, 2020
Our most sincere condolences to you, Don, and all your family members. Although many years and distances have separated our families, fond memories still exist. Peaceful wishes go to each of you.
Mary Ann Campbell
Monday, October 26, 2020
Carolyn was a lovely lady and absolutely brilliant. She was generous and kind. My heart goes out to her family now, but has also been with them for several years as they have lovingly taken care of Carolyn. May God's grace continue to sustain and comfort all of you.
Arlen and Eloise Fisher
Monday, October 26, 2020
Fond memories of Carolyn and your family! Prayers for all of you!!
Ronnie Curtis
Monday, October 26, 2020
So sorry for your loss.
Nina Ford
Monday, October 26, 2020
Sincere condolences to your family. Carolyn was a very sweet lady, always considerate of all especially on the tennis court. Prayers for peace and comfort for you.
Nina Ford
Robert Walls
Sunday, October 25, 2020
To Carolyn's family and friends: I knew Carolyn for years, first as a student in classes I taught at UAMS and then as a fellow faculty member at UAMS. She was competent, loyal and trustworthy in all her responsibilities. I'm sure that all of us who knew of her worsening physical condition wish you rest and peace. Robert C. (Bob) Walls
Shane Whitley
Sunday, October 25, 2020
My prayers go out to this amazing family. May God heal your pain and fill your hearts with love and a lifetime of memories. God Bless!
Paula Roberson
Sunday, October 25, 2020
Don, Terri, Keith, and Tracy,
Sending condolences to you and your families on behalf of the Department of Biostatistics at UAMS.
Holly Morris
Sunday, October 25, 2020
Sending positive thoughts and prayers to your family💞
Mr and Mrs Chris Huff
Sunday, October 25, 2020
Our deepest condolences to the family. We will be praying for you. ♥ï¸
Linda Lanier
Sunday, October 25, 2020
Don, Terri, Keith and Tracy, my thoughts and prayers go out to you on your loss of Carolyn. I have so many fond memories of playing bridge and chasing kiddos around in the old days
Carolyn was a “special personâ€.
paul c davis
Sunday, October 25, 2020
She will always be remembered.
Jack Perciful
Sunday, October 25, 2020
Don, my prayers for you and the family. I know this is a very difficult time for you.
Rochelle Greenwood
Sunday, October 25, 2020
Tracy and family, I am so very sorry for the loss of your Mother. It is so very hard to say goodbye to someone you loved so much. Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
Rochelle
Katrinka Mondy
Saturday, October 24, 2020
Don, Tracy, Terri, Keith, We are so sorry for your loss. We are sending our prayers and blessings during this difficult time. May the loving arms of Jesus give you comfort as you walk through these next few days and weeks. Love, Trinkett, Lucinda, Neil
Peggy Williams
Saturday, October 24, 2020
I'm saddened to hear of your Mother passing. It will be hard to go on without her. We just had the memorial service for my sister today and I know we will all miss her greatly. They can't come back to us but we can go to them and I look forward to that day. Love you Terri. Peggy
Judi Gordon
Saturday, October 24, 2020
My sympathies for the Thompson family, Don, Terri and Tracy.
Charles and Donna Edwards
Saturday, October 24, 2020
So sorry. We will see her again. We will be praying your family
Susanne Martin
Saturday, October 24, 2020
Tracy - So sorry for the loss of your beautiful Mom! You and your sweet family are in my prayers!
Anita Cox
Saturday, October 24, 2020
Sorry to hear the lies of your Mom Sister Grandma Such a great lady loved her May God hold you all in His loving arms
Kristi Beck
Saturday, October 24, 2020
Sorry for the loss of ur mom. Prayers for you and your family
Paula Norwood
Saturday, October 24, 2020
Carolyn was such a dear friend, fellow student and colleague. She was sweet and very smart and had boundless energy. I will treasure her friendship always, and wish my sincere condolences to Don and her children, grandchildren and friends.
Becky Edmisten
Saturday, October 24, 2020
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. Mrs. Carolyn sounded like such a beautiful, intelligent, and special lady who was greatly loved & respected.
Michael Willis
Saturday, October 24, 2020
So sorry for your loss.
Alana and Johnny McGinness
Saturday, October 24, 2020
Please accept our deepest condolences. We’re praying for your family.
Jean and Lynn Mauldin
Saturday, October 24, 2020
Our prayers and thoughts are with you an Family.
Jean and Lynn Mauldin
Saturday, October 24, 2020
Our prayers and thoughts are with you an Family.
Skip Lile
Saturday, October 24, 2020
I was one of those "Senior Boys". I soon realized how lucky we "Senior Boys" were. Mrs. Thompson was also a great teacher. She was considerate and thoughtful. She had a smile that would light up your day, and a soothing voice that invited you to listen. I learned a lot from her. She was one of my all time favorite teachers.
Tricia Wilson
Saturday, October 24, 2020
Tracy - so sorry for the loss your mom. Prayers to you and your family.
Marilyn L Lee
Friday, October 23, 2020
Condolences to our neighbors. Sharon wasn't much older than her students when she came to teach at Mabelvale/McClellan. The senior boys made complete fools of themselves. Beautiful lady inside and out. Great memories to cherish.
Jerry Coats
Friday, October 23, 2020
A member of the ABC of Arkansas
Joyce Red Moore
Friday, October 23, 2020
Don and family,
I'm deeply sadden to hear of Carolyn's passing. I will remember her as a beautiful, sweet, intelligent lady. May God give you and your family peace knowing she is in a better place.
Truly. Joyce
Joyce Red Moore
Friday, October 23, 2020
Don and family,
I'm deeply sadden to hear of Carolyn's passing. I will remember her as a beautiful, sweet, intelligent lady. May God give you and your family peace knowing she is in a better place.
Truly. Joyce
Linda McMahon Wallace
Friday, October 23, 2020
Carolyn, I remember you from Arkansas A & M Days, Prayers for your family
Kevin Stalnaker
Friday, October 23, 2020
Payers for you and family!
May God bless he and all that she done in this great life. She will be missed!
Kay and Buddy Porter
Friday, October 23, 2020
Don,Terri,Keith,Tracy , Our hearts are sad to know that our special friend Carolyn has taken her last breath on earth but happy she took her first breath in heaven. She was a special loving friend that we will always carry in our hearts. So many special memories to keep of her in our memory. A butterfly lights beside us like a sunbeam and for a brief moment it's glory and beauty belong to our world but then it flies again and though we wish it could have stayed ....We feel lucky to have had it. We love you all Buddy and Kay
Rex & Sharon Johnson
Friday, October 23, 2020
Never have I known a sweeter, more pleasant person.
May she Rest In Peace
Allan & Lisa Nabholz
Friday, October 23, 2020
Miss Carolyn was so sweet, we know life has caused you to enter a new phase! We pray for comfort and peace!
Francine and Ronnie Clark
Friday, October 23, 2020
Our condolences to Don and family. We pray that God will comfort you during this sad time. Carolyn played league and team tennis with us for years and we always had fun matches.
Jim & Linda McConnell
Friday, October 23, 2020
Don, we are so sorry to hear about Carolyn. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
Mary Sue Harris
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Dear Don and Family:
So sorry to hear of Carolyn's death. Praying that God gives you Peace and Comfort today and in the days to come.
Mary Harris (Carl Harris Construction Co.)
Trisha Betts
Thursday, October 22, 2020
I’m so sorry for your loss. No words can express my deepest sympathy.
Our Condolences,
Trisha and Russel Betts
Bryan Patterson
Thursday, October 22, 2020
My sincere condolences to the Family of Mrs Thompson. May God Bless you all in the coming days, months, and years.
Kirk Ashe
Thursday, October 22, 2020
I'm so very sorry for you and your family's loss. I will keep you and your family in my preys.
Ted and Myra Schlesier
Thursday, October 22, 2020
We would like to express our sorrow and condolences to the Thompson family. I have had the pleasure of sharing some of life’s experiences with the Thompson family and I’m very Thankful for the time shared with each one of you! Life is about experiences and memories we share with our family and friends and I have a lot to recall with your family. May God Bless and Comfort each
one of you!
Shelly Phifer Asmussen
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Condolences to the Thompson family for their loss. Sending positive thoughts and prayers to you all.
Glenn & Barbara Lewis
Thursday, October 22, 2020
It has been wonderful to have known Carolyn and Don since being in Mabelvale high school. She was wonderful and very intelligent.
Lisa Smith
Thursday, October 22, 2020
So sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim & Barbara Ashley
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Prayers for comfort in this time of your loss.
Jeannie Huff
Thursday, October 22, 2020
So sorry for your loss. I know it is so hard. We will be praying for your family. If we can do anything please let me know.
God bless, Jeannie Huff, Angela and Chris & Meredith Huff
Traci Willis
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Please accept our sincerest condolences on your loss, Tracy.
Love,
Tim and Traci Willis
Tom Rob Frazier
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Tracy and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
You are all in my thoughts at this time.
Karla Shoemaker
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Thinking of the entire family. May all your memories comfort you during this time.
ed carrington
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Don & Family: sorry for your huge loss;
we'll pray for you all.
Doug Loftis
Thursday, October 22, 2020
We are very sorry to hear of this loss for the Thompson family and will keep you all in our prayers.
Our deepest sympathy, God Bless.
Beverly Jackson
Thursday, October 22, 2020
So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Carolyn and Sadie walking. And Sadie coming across the street to visit us. Carolyn will be missed
Rachel ThompsonWith d
Thursday, October 22, 2020
With deepest Sympathy. May God bless you all.
Elizabeth Wisdom
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Carolyn was such a dear precious lady. She and Don always made Fred and myself feel like such special friends. Fred always had such great memories and told me some wonderful stories of his friendship with Carolyn and Don. I know she will be missed and I send my deepest sympathies to the the family. Loosing a loved one is such a hard thing to do. My prayers are with all of the family. I love you all.
Roger Mumert
Thursday, October 22, 2020
So very sorry for the Thompson Family loss. Carolyn was always such a wonderful Lady and was a pleasure to be around. She was very kind to me when I worked at TEI.
John wyrick
Thursday, October 22, 2020
God bless
Raymon Young
Thursday, October 22, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Carolyn passing from this earth. She was the most beautiful and intelligent teacher i ever had. She was so proud of Don and her children.
Raymon Young