ᐅ Texas Death Notices 2009-2024
Thompson, William, Willard, Will, Wilis, Wiley, Wilburn, Wesley...

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▰ William T Thompson

Died February 13, … More Information
William T Thompson, born August 12, 1925 died on February 13, 2016 in Corpus Christi, Texas. William was 90.

▰ William Joseph Thompson

Died December 25, … More Information
William Joseph Thompson, born January 2, 1925 went into the presence of the Lord on December 25, 2015 in Groves, Texas. William was 90. Tags: #Mary
Obituary: William was born on 2, 1925 and passed away on , 25, 2015. William was a resident of Groves, Texas at the time of passing. William was married to Mary.

▰ William Joseph Thompson

Died January 25, … More Information
William Joseph Thompson, born January 2, 1925 joined the Lord January 25, 2015 in Lago Vista, Texas. William was 90. Tags: #Manhattan #Brooklyn #World #Japanese #South #Purple #Bryant #Providence #Rhode #Houston #Mary #Oberle #Foleys #Port #Dallas #Service #Grammier- #Florence #Jane #Pepper #Jaycees #Dimes #James #Dennis #Milburn #Gunsmoke #Sertoma #Knights #Columbus #Veterans #Foreign #American #Catholic #Society #Saint #Paul #Lago #Lady #Lake #Bill #John #Thompson #Lanahan #Martha #Walter #Scott #Marion #Monica #Doug #Dunlap #Patrick #Jimmy #Julia #Martin #Matt #Patty #Kevin #Laurie #Lisa #Lucy #Amanda #Traci #Mallory #Kathleen #Alanna #Jackson #Natalie #Wesley #Mass #Christian #Siena #Church #Woodrow #Committal #Greenlawn #Park #Irish #Hall #Memorial #Lohman
Obituary: William Joseph Bill Thompson died on Christmas morning, just eight days before his 91st birthday. His daughter, Ann Dunlap, was at his side.

Bill was born in Manhattan on Jan. 2, 1925, the second of four children. His family moved to Brooklyn when he was a toddler. He grew up during the depression and often spoke of how lucky his family was that his father remained employed throughout those challenging times.

Bill enlisted in the army during World War II when he was 18. He was seriously wounded by shrapnel from a Japanese grenade just a few months after arriving in the South Pacific. He was awarded a Purple Heart and spent more than a year recovering in various hospitals.

He attended Bryant University, near Providence, Rhode Island, on the GI bill after the war. He graduated with a business degree and moved to Houston with a friend because he heard the town was booming with opportunity. It was there that he met his wife, Mary Virginia Oberle, at a Foleys department store where they both worked. married in 1952, moved to Port Arthur, and had seven children together. remained married until Mary Virginias death in 1995.

Bill graduated from Dallas Institute of Service shortly after their marriage. He began his career as a funeral director and embalmer for the family business and later became general manager of Grammier-Oberle in Port Arthur for 47 years. the death of his-in-laws, Ted and Florence Oberle, he became a part owner of the business with his wife, Mary, his brother-in-law, Joe and Gay Oberle and his sister-in-law, Jane Oberle Pepper.

As a young man, he was very involved in the Jaycees and of Dimes. He helped bring celebrities like James Arness, Dennis Weaver and Milburn Stone from the TV series Gunsmoke to town for the annual telethon.

He also was active in numerous other service and charitable organizations over the years, including the Sertoma Club, Knights of Columbus, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. He was a devout and active member of the Catholic churches he belonged to, serving as a lector and parish council member and volunteer for the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul.

Bill moved to Lago Vista after the family business was sold in 1997. He loved his new home, but most of all he loved his new church, Saint Mary Our Lady of the Lake Catholic, and its wonderful parishioners. In many ways they became a second family and watched out for him as he grew older and frail.

In addition to his wife, Bill was preceded in death by his parents, John Joseph Thompson and Mary Margaret Lanahan; his sister, Martha; his brother, Walter; and his son-in-law, Scott Harper. He is survived by his sister, Marion; his children, Monica Fortenberry (husband, Doug), Ann Dunlap (husband, Walter), Patrick Thompson (partner, Jimmy), Julia Haizlip (husband, Martin), Matt Thompson (wife, Patty), Jane Harper and Kevin Thompson; his grandchildren, Laurie Garrett, Lisa Fortenberry, Lucy Williams, Amanda Chirafis, Traci Dunlap, Mallory Dunlap, Kathleen Thompson, Alanna Thompson, Jackson Harper, Natalie Harper and Wesley Harper, and six great grandchildren.

A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 9 p.m., , 1, 2016, at Grammier-Oberle in Port Arthur. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m., , 2, 2015, at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church; 3706 Woodrow Ave. Rite of Committal will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park. An Irish wake will be at the American Legion Hall on Memorial Boulevard in Port Arthur. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, 6100 Lohman Ford Rd., Lago Vista, TX. 78645, or to a charity of your choice.

▰ William Joseph Thompson

Died January 25, … More Information
William Joseph Thompson, born January 2, 1925 entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 25, 2015 in Groves, Texas. William was 90.

▰ William A Thompson

Died May 12, … More Information
William A Thompson, born November 9, 1938 went into the presence of the Lord on May 12, 2013 in Mckinney, Texas. William was 74.

▰ William Lavelle Thompson

Died April 19, … More Information
William Lavelle Thompson, born October 22, 1934 passed away peacefully April 19, 2015 in Longview, Texas. William was 80.

▰ William O'Neal Thompson

Died March 31, … More Information
William O'Neal Thompson, born October 17, 1944 entered the Kingdom of Heaven March 31, 2015 in Groesbeck, Texas. William was 70. Tags: #Jeannie
Obituary: William was born on 17, 1944 and passed away on , 31, 2015. William was a resident of Groesbeck, Texas at the time of passing. William was married to Jeannie.

▰ William J Thompson

Died January 10, … More Information
William J Thompson, born July 8, 1939 went to be with the Lord on January 10, 2015 in Big Spring, Texas. William was 75. Tags: #Fern
Obituary: William was born on 8, 1939 and passed away on , 10, 2015. William was a resident of Big Spring, Texas at the time of passing. William was married to Fern.

▰ William Brent Thompson

Died December 14, … More Information
William Brent Thompson, born December 5, 1966 entered Heaven's gates on December 14, 2014 in Saginaw, Texas. William was 48. Tags: #Jennifer
Obituary: William was born on 5, 1966 and passed away on , 14, 2014. William was a resident of Saginaw, Texas at the time of passing. William was married to Jennifer.

▰ William Robert Thompson

Died June 14, … More Information
William Robert Thompson, born June 12, 1931 passed from this world into the next June 14, 2014 in Gainesville, Texas. William was 83. Tags: #Betty
Obituary: William was born on 12, 1931 and passed away on , 14, 2014. William was a resident of Gainesville, Texas at the time of passing. William was married to Betty.

▰ William Thompson

Died June 01, … More Information
William Thompson, born August 10, 1930 died on June 1, 2014 in Gatesville, Texas. William was 83. Tags: #Natha
Obituary: William was born on 10, 1930 and passed away on , 1, 2014. William was a resident of Gatesville, Texas at the time of passing. William was married to Natha.

▰ William Perry Thompson

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ William Thompson

Died October 24, … More Information
William Thompson, of Abilene, Texas, joined the Lord October 24, 1998. William was 72.
Obituary published: October 25, 1998 in "Abilene R-N"

▰ William "Deeky" Durham Thompson

Died February 08, … More Information
William "Deeky" Durham Thompson, born October 6, 1941 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord February 8, 2021 in Lufkin, Texas. William was 79.
Family members and close friends: , Myrton Thompson And Wife Judy, Heather And Husband Chris, Peyton Thompson And Wife Becca, Frances Thompson, Ashley, Sean, Phillip, Eddie, Mya, Cora, Jordan, Eli, Nina, J J And Jacob, Mary Ann Thompson, Jennifer H Collins, Mari Smith, Wanda Mettlen, Ella Bishop And Husband Joe, Kolt, Brianna, Dylan, Emily And Skyler, Linda Mills And Husband Buddy, Ty, Presley And Cody, Mr. Thompson Was Also Survived By Numerous Nieces, Nephews And Other Family Members. He Was Preceded In Death By His Sisters, Mildred Ellison And Mary Landrum; Brothers, L. G. Thompson And Melvin R. Thompson; Mother-in-law And Father-in-law, Peyton And Milver Scarborough; Sister-in-law And Brother-in-law, Paytria And Robert Lamar; And Brothers-in-law, Larry Scarborough And Wally Houston., Taegan, Briley Kate, Gunnar, Kadee Jo And Harper, Tracy Thompson And Wife Rhonda, Mary Ella Thompson, Thelma Houston, Joshua, Kade And Wife Kerri, Linda Fondren, Jordan And Husband Elijah, Micah And Kansas, Paytria Lopez And Husband Frank

▰ William Douglas "Sonny" Thompson

Died October 18, … More Information
William Douglas "Sonny" Thompson, born February 17, 1929 entered eternal life October 18, 2020 in Dallas, Texas. William was 91.
Family members and close friends: , Sally Dudley

▰ William S Thompson Jr

Died September 18, … More Information
William S Thompson Jr , born June 26, 1959 departed this life Sunday September 18, 2016 in Houston, Texas. William was 57.

▰ William Scott Thompson

Died June 28, … More Information
William Scott Thompson, born February 21, 1926 entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 28, 2020 in Pflugerville, Texas. William was 94.

▰ William David Thompson

Died April 21, … More Information
William David Thompson, born November 25, 1936 passed from this life on April 21, 2020 in Dallas, Texas. William was 83.
Family members and close friends: , Sharon Witkofsky

▰ William J Thompson

Died August 15, … More Information
William J Thompson, born September 17, 1931 entered eternal life August 15, 2005 in Austin, Texas. William was 73.

▰ William C Thompson

Died June 30, … More Information
William C Thompson, born February 2, 1944 died on June 30, 2010 in Baytown, Texas. William was 66.
Family members and close friends: , Richard Winn, Viki Whitney, Bob & Judy Nallie, Sue And Richard Kelley, Tommie Day, Leesa Riordan, Tony Armijo, Ray Standley, Janell Johnson, Carmen Smith, Carl And Lu Linkinhoker, Cynthia Wotipka Boland, Tommy Gill, Tucker's, Linda Solook, The Sicko Family., Veronica Scotka Strackbein, Melissa Kay, Jody Knowles, Tammy Risenhoover, Troy & Christina Woodall, Amy Wheeland, Steve Liles, Angel M Young, Tommy & Anetta Hart, Matthew Modisette, Jack And Angie Middleton, The Mohrs, Pat Castellaw, Debbie & Johnny Churchill

▰ William Sterrett Thompson

Died June 18, … More Information
William Sterrett Thompson, born January 14, 1950 entered Heaven's gates on June 18, 2018 in Dallas, Texas. William was 68.

▰ William (Bill) Marvin Thompson

Died February 18, … More Information
William (Bill) Marvin Thompson, born March 30, 1946 passed away peacefully February 18, 2017 in Dallas, Texas. William was 70.
Family members and close friends: , Rainer Bantau, Stephanie Lowe, Monique Anderson, Eloise Frye, Willie Feagin, Robert & Lydia Perkins, Phil Rydman, Charlotte Crookham

▰ William L Thompson

Died September 21, … More Information
William L Thompson, born August 26, 1934 joined the Lord September 21, 2016 in Mabank, Texas. William was 82.
Family members and close friends: , Verdonna Hass

▰ William S Thompson Jr

Died September 18, … More Information
William S Thompson Jr , born June 26, 1959 died September 18, 2016 in Houston, Texas. WILLIAM was 57.
Family members and close friends: , Fidel Olmos, Robert Townsend, Robert Janac, F Leason, Michelle Burleson, Kathy Dillard, Rosie Razo, Francine Tolbert, David Hennessy, Tina Poe, Lisa Dodson, Angela Franklin, Terry Alvarez, Shirley Medearis, Rebecca Wallett, Marsha Hofweber, Beth W

▰ William Thompson

Died January 25, … More Information
William Thompson, born January 2, 1925 entered Heaven's gates on January 25, 2015 in Groves, Texas. William was 90.
Family members and close friends: , Tony & Sharon Terracina, Lucille Dionne

▰ William Joseph "Bill" Thompson

Died December 25, … More Information
William Joseph "Bill" Thompson, born January 2, 1925 died December 25, 2015 in Port Arthur, Texas. William was 90.
Family members and close friends: , Tony & Sharon Terracina, Lucille Dionne

▰ William Joseph "Bill" Thompson

Died December 25, … More Information
William Joseph "Bill" Thompson, born January 2, 1925 joined the Lord December 25, 2015 in Austin, Texas. William was 90.
Family members and close friends: , Tony & Sharon Terracina, Lucille Dionne

▰ William A Thompson

Died May 12, … More Information
William A Thompson, born November 9, 1938 passed from this life on May 12, 2013 in Dallas, Texas. William was 74.

▰ William Pete H Thompson

Died March 30, … More Information
William Pete H Thompson, born January 10, 1939 died March 30, 2013 in Grand Prairie, Texas. William was 74.
Family members and close friends: , Jack Taylor, Kevin Weathers, Celia Armour Hansell, James Barnes, Brian Bingam, Mary Ann And Gary Youngblood, Dub Nelson, Michael Hagle, Kurt Koke, Billy Campbell, Roy And Pat Thompson

▰ William Harrison Thompson

Died August 09, … More Information
William Harrison Thompson, born October 7, 1927 went into the presence of the Lord on August 9, 2012 in Bryan, Texas. William was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Tommie Cassels Major

▰ William S Thompson

Died May 31, … More Information
William S Thompson, born July 2, 1918 died May 31, 2012 in Houston, Texas. William was 93.

▰ William Stone Thompson

Died November 18, … More Information
William Stone Thompson, born May 12, 1918 entered the Kingdom of Heaven November 18, 2011 in Houston, Texas. William was 93.

▰ Willard A Thompson

Died September 09, … More Information
Willard A Thompson, age 80 of Texas, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before he September 9, 1999.
Obituary published: September 10, 1999 in "Houston Chronicle"

▰ Will Thompson

Died March 06, … More Information
Will Thompson, of Dallas, Texas, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before he March 6, 2003. Will was 92.
Obituary published: March 07, 2003 in "Tyler M-T"

▰ Wilis Earl "Sonny" Thompson

Died October 11, … More Information
Wilis Earl "Sonny" Thompson, of Texas, went into the presence of the Lord on October 11, 2000. Wilis was 68.
Obituary published: October 12, 2000 in "Dallas M-N"

▰ Wiley Thompson

Died July 24, … More Information
Wiley Thompson, of Quanah, Texas, passed from this world into the next July 24, 2006. Wiley was 51.
Obituary published: July 25, 2006 in "Vernon D-R"

▰ Wilburn Ralph Thompson, Sr

Died October 24, … More Information
Wilburn Ralph Thompson, Sr , born May 24, 1929 entered Heaven's gates on October 24, 2015 in Bay City, Texas. Wilburn was 86. Tags: #Bobbie
Obituary: Wilburn was born on May 24, 1929 and passed away on , 24, 2015. Wilburn was a resident of Bay City, Texas at the time of passing. Wilburn was married to Bobbie.

▰ Wesley Thompson

Died December 01, … More Information
Wesley Thompson, 36, of Texas departed this life December 1, 1999.
Obituary published: December 02, 1999 in "Houston Chronicle"

▰ Wenona Elsie "Wendy" Thompson

Died April 21, … More Information
Wenona Elsie "Wendy" Thompson, of Katy, Texas, entered eternal life April 21, 2002. Wenona was 78.
Obituary published: April 22, 2002 in "Houston Chronicle"

▰ Wenona Thompson

Died February 22, … More Information
Wenona Thompson, age 76 of Texas, born in Atlantic City, New Jersey, joined the Lord February 22, 2004.
Obituary published: February 23, 2004 in "Dallas M-N"

▰ Wendy Richardson Richardson Thompson

Died December 09, … More Information
Wendy Richardson Richardson Thompson, born September 8, 1940 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home December 9, 2017 in Denison, Texas. Wendy was 77.

▰ Weirine Thompson

Died April 13, … More Information
Weirine Thompson, of Tyler, Texas, went into the presence of the Lord on April 13, 2002. Weirine was 77.
Obituary published: April 14, 2002 in "Tyler C-T-T"

▰ Weirine Thompson

Died April 12, … More Information
Weirine Thompson, of Tyler, Texas, went to be with the Lord on April 12, 2002. Weirine was 77.
Obituary published: April 13, 2002 in "Tyler M-T"

▰ Wayne Allen Thompson

Died April 10, … More Information
Wayne Allen Thompson, of Lake Thomas, Texas, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before he April 10, 2000. Wayne was 47.
Obituary published: April 11, 2000 in "Abilene R-N"

▰ Wayne A Thompson

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Wayne Thompson

Died May 07, … More Information
Wayne Thompson, born February 9, 1928 departed this life Sunday May 7, 2017 in Texas. Wayne was 89.

▰ Wayne Everett Thompson

Died November 06, … More Information
Wayne Everett Thompson, born April 28, 1941 gained his wings on November 6, 2016 in Fort Worth, Texas. Wayne was 75.

▰ Wayne Thompson

Died June 18, … More Information
Wayne Thompson, age 60 of Huntsville, Texas passed away June 18, 2002.
Obituary published: June 19, 2002 in "Houston Chronicle"

▰ Wayne A Thompson

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Waymon Jr Thompson

Died April 29, … More Information
Waymon Jr Thompson, of Houston, Texas, departed this life Sunday April 29, 1999. Waymon was 57.
Obituary published: April 30, 1999 in "Victoria Advoc"
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