James Walter Thompson Obituary
The memory of James Walter Thompson (Fairmont, North Carolina), who passed away on August 23, 2025 at the age of 84, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Walter Thompson to pay them a last tribute.
As James departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved James. Though James may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Dallas Thompson and Helen Platt Thompson; and his brothers, Wilson and Ralph. He is survived by: his wife Gertha Mann Thompson of Tuscaloosa; his sons, Andre Smith of Tuscaloosa and James Thompson Jr. of Newark; and his siblings, Clementine Thompson McCormick (Hayward), Edith, Geraldine Robinson Delma (Chester) and Garland. He is also survived by nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.