Dorothy Lucille Thompson, 88, of Burlington, died at 9:37 p.m. Sunday, March 7, 2010, at Blair House.
Born October 10, 1921 in Ashburn, Missouri, she was the daughter of Jeremiah “Jack” and Elizabeth Collins Wilson. On September 16, 1939 she married Truman T. Thompson in Unionville, Missouri. He preceded her in death on November 29, 1995.
Mrs. Thompson was a homemaker. She was of the Christian faith and enjoyed working crossword puzzles, making afghans for her family, sports, listening to SCC basketball and spending time with her grandchildren and granddogs.
Survivors include one son, Truman Eugene Thompson of Burlington; two daughters, Sheila Thompson and Dee Thompson both of Burlington; eight grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and one sister, Juanita Kerr of Burlington.
Her husband, parents, one son and two brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call from noon until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 10th, in Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m.
The funeral service for Mrs. Thompson will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 11th, in Lunning Chapel with the Rev. Ron Jewett officiating. Interment will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the family.