Shirley Gay Thompson's obituary , Passed away on September 21, 2025 in Henderson, Kentucky

Shirley Gay Thompson

December 5, 1935 - September 21, 2025 (89 years old)

Henderson, Kentucky

Shirley Gay Thompson's obituary , Passed away on September 21, 2025 in Henderson, Kentucky

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Tapp Funeral Home

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Shirley Gay Thompson

December 5, 1935 - September 21, 2025 (89 years old)

Henderson, Kentucky

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Shirley Gay Thompson Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Shirley Gay Thompson of Henderson, Kentucky, who passed away on September 21, 2025, at the age of 89, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley Gay Thompson to pay them a last tribute.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Shirley's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Alphonso Hamilton and Bertha Hamilton; and her husband Dalton Thompson. She is survived by: her children, Patty Caton of Henderson, KY, Laura Scott of Henderson, KY, Kim Lowery of Henderson, KY and James Thompson (Dana) of Hendeson, KY. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, several great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to St. Anthony's Hospice 2410 S. Green St., Henderson, KY, 42420 and Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 511 2nd Street., Henderson, KY, 42420.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Tapp Funeral Home



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Sep 24

Visitation

Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home
629 S Green St, Henderson, KY 42420

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Sep 25

Visitation

Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home
629 S Green St, Henderson, KY 42420

Thu

Sep 25

Mass of Christian Burial

Jesus Catholic Church
511 2nd St, Henderson, KY 42420

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