This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Bobb Thompson, 80, born on July 23, 1933 and passed away on August 4, 2013. We will remember him forever.
Celebration Of Life:
Monday, August 12, 2013
Viewing and Masonic Service: 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Funeral: 10:00 am to 12:00
Bethany Missionary Baptist Church
5747 Warrington Avenue
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Rev. Dr. Myron D. Barnes, Sr., Pastor, Officiant
Internment:
Ivy Hill Cemetery
1201 Easton Road, Philadelphia, PA
Obituary:
Bobb S. Thompson, U.S. Navy (Ret.), age 80, of Philadelphia,
PA, passed away on August 4, 2013, at his home. Born in Lewes,
DE, the son of the late Cathryn Thompson. As a Veteran of the
US Navy, he served in active duty for over 8 years. His duty
assignments included serving in the Korean War. As a civilian
he worked for Pepsi Cola National Brand Beverages Ltd, as
the assistant to the CEO for 42 years. He was a member of the
Bethany Baptist Church for 38 years. He served on the board of
Trustees for 31 years. Bobb S. Thompson was also a member
of Tuscan Morning Star Lodge No. 48 for 40 years. He enjoyed
traveling, fishing, playing pool, telling jokes, spending time with
family and friends, was a football and baseball enthusiast.
Bobb S. Thompson, is survived by his loving wife of 55 years,
Olivia M. Thompson; children Sharon Thompson of Allentown,
PA, Larry Thompson of Philadelphia, PA, Justina Thompson-
Nesbitt (David) of Port Deposit, MD, Stephanie Mullin (Mark) of
Breinigsville, PA and Sydney Thompson of Newark, DE. Four
grandchildren: Stephanie Chace (Justin), Gil Thompson (Tanya),
Laurynn Burks (Evon), and Nigel Thompson. Seven great
grandchildren: Ethan, Trinacy, Nylah, Jordynn, Avien, Nova and Eli.
Those who desire to make a memorial donation in his name
to the National Cancer Institute for Prostate Cancer Research,
send them to: The Director, The National Cancer Institute,
Building 31, Room 11A-16, 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda,
MD 20892.
Acknowledgement:
The family of Bobb S. Thompson would like to express their sincere
thanks and appreciation to all who remembered us with prayers, cards,
fl owers and other expressions of love. May God continue to Bless and
Keep each of you in His loving care.
Professional Services Entrusted To:
Joseph Levine and Sons Inc.
3747 Street Road
Trevose, PA 19053
Tributes
Leave a tributeI truly miss you more than words can ever say. When God called you home, my life was forever changed. My heart is still heavy. I think of you often and feel your presence. It just doesn't seem real that you are physically not here. I know you will forever be with me in spirit as I feel your presence often. Thank you for loving me Daddy. Thank you for being an awesome father and friend. You are forever in my heart.
I love you immensely,
Steph
You are the best.
I will love you always,
Steph
Love ya
Steph
Joshua Musani
You are My Rock!!
I love you and miss you so much you will live in my heart and thought's forever.I will alway's have my great memories of us. I know you are here with me in spirit. I thank you Daddy for giving me peace and loving me.
Sydney,
-Donielle, David, Emma and Julia
You are My Hero.
I adore the fierce sky and am at peace knowing you are with the one who made it. What an awesome God.
Thank you for loving me Dad.
I will always Love You,
Steph
Leave a Tribute
I truly miss you more than words can ever say. When God called you home, my life was forever changed. My heart is still heavy. I think of you often and feel your presence. It just doesn't seem real that you are physically not here. I know you will forever be with me in spirit as I feel your presence often. Thank you for loving me Daddy. Thank you for being an awesome father and friend. You are forever in my heart.
I love you immensely,
Steph
Daddy, You are my rock and my friend.
We have shared so many wonderful memories, celebrating your birthday's going to north carolina and lewes delaware for the reunions, joking,talking,laughing and danceing with you. Having fun at the bull roast and new years parties. I loved it when you and mom would come to my place and stay the weekend with me i treasure those moment's.I will miss when you would call me and say i'am just checking to see how you are doing and we would talk,joke and laugh on the phone. Before we would hang up yu would always tell me that you loved me and would say ''HAVE A GOOD NIGHT TONIGHT AND A BETER DAY TOMARROW'' I know that there will be no more phone calls but i will always be able to talk to you in spirit. Daddy i thank you for nameing me after you 'SYDNEY BOBBI THOMPSON' i will always carry your name you make me proud to be your daughter. I appreciate the way you and mom raised me it has made me who i'am today and i thank you for that, Before i left on 7-31-13 to go back home i said to you i will be back on saturday 8-3-13 and that i loved you, you then said to me saturday and i said yes you said ok.I got to you and moms about 6pm you knew i was there when you raised your hand.I slept in the lazy boy chair next to you holding your hand and rubbing your arm.You were sleeping so peacefully. I know that i'am special because i was the one who was there with you when you went on home to the lord. I'am greatful for that i thank you daddy for giving me peace. You will forever live in my heart and soul. always be in my thoughts.
You will be truely missed but not forgottened.
i love you so much and with all my heart,
Sydney,