of Jonesboro, AR
February 10, 1947 - May 13, 2020
Tommy Gerald Thompson, 73, of Jonesboro, passed Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. He was born February 10, 1947 in Parkin to Cread and Pauline (Crook) Thompson. Tommy was a 1969 graduate of Arkansas State University and was a member of the Sigma Pi Fraternity. He was a farmer and a member of the Church of God in Marked Tree. Tommy loved farming, duck hunting and fishing.
Preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jennie Thompson; brother, Ronnie "Soapy"Thompson and sister, Donna Thompson Greene.
Survivors include his son, Austin Thompson; daughter, Misty (John) Layman; grandchildren, Jada Layman, Jackson Layman, Michael Layman and Mitchell Layman; great grandchildren, Nash and Riley Layman; brother, Jimmy (Annesa) Thompson; sister, Gloria (Jerry) Cox.
A graveside service will be Tuesday, May 19, 2020, 11:00 am at the Marked Tree Cemetery with Rick Kimery officiating. Pallbearers will be Peyton Steele, Michael Layman, Mitchell Layman, Jackson Layman, Ron Thompson, Jeff Cox and Brian Thompson.
Visitation will be Monday, May 18, 2020 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.
We will be following CDC and Arkansas Department of Health guidelines. Only 50 people including family will be allowed in the building at a time. Face mask will be required to enter the building and social distancing will be enforced.
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14 Condolence(s)
Donald Whatley
Friday, September 24, 2021
I only learned of Tommy's death recently (not on facebook etc.). I had the privilige of playing football with Tommy at PHS. He was a tough cookie because he made my ears ring quite a few times during one on one practice. More importantly he was a great guy and we had lots of laughs together. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends for a great loss.
Jimmye Lynn (Dye) Porter
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
I was Saddened to hear about Tommy, although I hadn’t seen him in years, I had kept up with him through his sister Donna & other friends. As a member of the PHS ‘65 Class, Tommy was very popular as an athlete as well as a friend to many.
Praying for loved ones as you share memories of Tommy.
Jimmye Lynn (Dye) Porter, PHS ‘65
Christy Smith
Monday, May 18, 2020
Prayers to you and yours.
Jesse
Monday, May 18, 2020
So sorry to hear about Tommy. He was a good friend and neighbor to me in Reydell.
Gary & Betty Vanpelt
Saturday, May 16, 2020
Keeping you in our prayers.
Sherry Vanpelt- Miller
Saturday, May 16, 2020
Misty so sorry for your loss. Will keep you in my prayers.
Mary Beth Williams
Saturday, May 16, 2020
Sorry to read about Tommy's death. He is free from suffering. Your family is in my prayers.
Terry Green
Saturday, May 16, 2020
Sorry for everyone's lose, Tommy was a great man!RIP Tommy
Rhonda and Dennis Gillis
Saturday, May 16, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you peace and comfort.
Much love,
Rhonda, Dennis, and Grady Gillis
Sandra and Earnest Miller
Saturday, May 16, 2020
We are saddened to hear of Tommy’s passing. May God guise and direct you all in the coming weeks.
Mike Pendergrass
Saturday, May 16, 2020
R.I.P. Tommy.You were a good man.
Jerrie Woods
Saturday, May 16, 2020
My heart is heavy, but as Misty stated, "he'll be happy to be reunited with loved ones that have gone ahead". I can only imagine the stories he will be telling them all. Tommy was a dear cousin and I will treasure the memories that I have of him. Prayers for all of the family. And he too, will forever be in my heart.
Vickie Green
Saturday, May 16, 2020
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers, hugs and love.
Glends Drace
Friday, May 15, 2020
So sorry for the loss of Tommy...prayers for peace and comfort for the family.