With heavy hearts, we announce the death of David Lawrence Thompson (Salem, Virginia), who passed away on April 20, 2024 at the age of 69. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of David Lawrence Thompson to pay them a last tribute.

In the sacred silence of farewell, we release David into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of our lives. And as we carry his memory forward, may we find comfort in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that David's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Florence "Molly" Thompson and Samuel Thompson. He is survived by : his brother Gerald "Bruce" Thompson (Judy); his nieces, Jill Gladwell (Dustin) and Kelci Noble (Josiah); his great-niece Scout Noble; and his great-nephew Owen Gladwell.

Visitation was held on Saturday, April 27th 2024 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the John M. Oakey & Son Chapel (305 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA 24153). A funeral service was held on Saturday, April 27th 2024 at 3:00 PM at the same location. A reception was held on Saturday, April 27th 2024 at 4:00 PM at the Bethel Baptist Church (1601 S Colorado St, Salem, VA 24153).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home and Crematory