In loving memory of Gene Thompson of Reidland, Kentucky, who departed this world on April 18, 2024 at the age of 85. Gene leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Gene shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Gene farewell, we carry with us the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding us through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Comilious Thompson and Isabelle Thompson (Smith); and his sister Judith Ann Thompson. He is survived by : his daughter Resa Ross; his sister Barbara Byerly (Don) of Reidland; his nephew Darrell Taylor; his great-nephews, Alex and Matt; and his great-niece Lexie.

Visitation was held on Monday, April 22nd 2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Hughes Funeral Home (2975 Old Husbands Rd, Paducah, KY 42003). A funeral service was held on Monday, April 22nd 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Woodlawn Memorial Gardens (6965 Old US Hwy 45 S, Paducah, KY 42003).

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions made to Reidland Baptist Church, 5559 Benton Road, Paducah, KY 42003.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hughes Funeral Home