Submitted by: John C. Monk

 

Lois Celine Thompson

 Nov. 13, 1955 - May 5, 2010
SOUTH BEND - Lois Celine Thompson, 54, unexpectedly passed away in her home on Wednesday evening, May 5, 2010. Lois was born on November 13, 1955, in South Bend, to the late Waymen and Dolores (Wendzonka) Moran. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Terry Lee Thompson. She joins them now in heaven together with her Aunt Annette, her niece, Melissa, and her brother-in-law, Mickey Thompson. She will be greatly missed by all who love her. Surviving are her two sons, Anthony (Amy) Thompson of South Bend and Erik (Dawn) Thompson of Mishawaka; her five grandchildren, who lovingly called her "Mamaw," Devante, Cage, Dylan, Liam and Elizabeth; two sisters, Margaret Booker of Mishawaka and Anne (Jerry) Clegg of Colt, Ark.; her nephews, Rob, Jesse and Matthew; nieces, Amy, Cara and Tonia; great-nieces and nephews, Heather, Hayley, Tyler, Hannah, Brett, Ashley, Morgan, Taylor and Randy; and her lifelong best friend, Dana Spaid. During her life, Lois demonstrated her devotion and faith to God through her service and care for the elderly. She will be remembered for her great compassion and selfless generosity to those in need. Friends may visit with family at 3 p.m. Saturday at Lois home, 2020 High St., South Bend. Contributions in memory of Lois may be donated to the Palmer Funeral Home, 3718 S. Michigan Street, South Bend, IN 46614. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com. In the winter of my time when still life is frozen And I have done my part, I'll carry pictures of others in my pocket, But a portrait of you in my heart.

Published in South Bend Tribune on May 9, 2010