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Elsie Jean Thompson

Private graveside services for Mrs. Elsie Jean Thompson of Brookhaven are 10:00 am, Saturday, May 23, 2020, at Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery.

 

Mrs. Elsie Jean Thompson, 84, went to be with her Lord on May 20, 2020 at Diversicare of Brookhaven.

She was born on August 17, 1935 to the late Martin Luther Smith and Julia Marguerite Case Smith. Mrs. Thompson was a homemaker

and a member of Friendship Baptist Church where she played the organ for 53 plus years. She was also a member and driver of the Homemakers Club and Golden Oldies.

 

Preceding her in death were her parents, brother, Harold Luther Smith, and nephews, Christopher Smith and Scott Smith.

 

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Mike Thompson; son, Michael Thompson, and wife, Susan; daughter, Debra Gail Case, and husband, Donald;

brothers, Rev. Talmadge Eugene Smith, and Carey Lynnward Smith. She is also survived by her 5 grandchildren,

Dr. Chad Case and wife, Amy, Jessica Smith and husband, Todd, Kathryn Thompson, David Thompson and wife, Elizabeth and Craig Case along with 6 great-grandchildren.

9 comments

  • Comment Link Mark  Nancy Campo Saturday, 23 May 2020 10:23 posted by Mark Nancy Campo

    We are so sorry to hear of the loss of this sweet lady. She was such a sweet and quiet talented lady. Friendship won’t be the same without her. We always looked forward to seeing her and Mr Mike when we would come home to visit my parents.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the coming days. Please give Mr Mike our love. We love y’all and God Bless yall❤️?❤️

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  • Comment Link Karen Justice Smith Saturday, 23 May 2020 10:13 posted by Karen Justice Smith

    So sorry to hear of this. I grew up with Debbie Case and am a RN at Diversicare

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  • Comment Link Nita Jordan Friday, 22 May 2020 21:46 posted by Nita Jordan

    Prayers for Uncle Mike & the family as you go thru the coming days. Aunt Jean was such a sweet person, one of my favorite in the family. Love y’all. Nita Jordan

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  • Comment Link Cherri Case Friday, 22 May 2020 21:27 posted by Cherri Case

    To Mrs. Elsie Jean’s precious family! I am so very sorry to hear about Mrs. Elsie Jean. She was a very kind and sweet lady! I know she will be missed terribly! She is playing the piano now in Heaven! I am praying for all of you!! I love you all!
    Cherri Case

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  • Comment Link Donna Watts Schoonmaker Friday, 22 May 2020 20:14 posted by Donna Watts Schoonmaker

    My thoughts and prayers are with you Uncle Talmadge and family. What a beautiful lady.

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  • Comment Link Hope Rayborn Friday, 22 May 2020 18:07 posted by Hope Rayborn

    Praying for all of you!! She was beautiful inside and out. ❤️??

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  • Comment Link Mike and Donna Lofton Friday, 22 May 2020 17:10 posted by Mike and Donna Lofton

    The good Lord has called his angel home. Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. She will live in our memories forever. Remembering her wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in our hearts. May she rest in peace.

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  • Comment Link Kim Thompson Gautreaux Friday, 22 May 2020 15:46 posted by Kim Thompson Gautreaux

    Sending my deepest sympathy to the family. Prayers for peace and comfort during this time of loss and sadness. Such a kind soul. RIP Aunt Elsie Jean. ??

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  • Comment Link Gary  Sheila Massey Thursday, 21 May 2020 14:16 posted by Gary Sheila Massey

    Sorry to hear about sweet Elsie Jean passing away. I know she is playing the grandest organ of allHarold Luther is with her. Our thoughts and prayers to all the family
    We love y'all. Gary and Sheila Massey

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