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His Homegoing Service will be held in the funeral home on Thursday, August 11th at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be in the funeral home that day from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park. The service will be live streamed at the following link: https://youtu.be/DHEYqKyRdlU
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Roy Campanella Thompson, 70, completed his earthly pilgrimage on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. He was born in Charleston, WV on August 23, 1951, son of the late Andrew Sam and Lucy Ann (nee: Burton) Thompson.
After graduating from high school, Roy attended Xavier University and Tulane University where he played basketball and obtained his associate degree. On May 19, 1991, he was united in marriage to his wife, Barbara Jean. He had been employed by the City of Racine for over 32 years, assigned to the Racine Police Department. Roy was a member of Gateway Ministries. He enjoyed all kinds of sports, throwing horseshoes, and going to the horse races.
Surviving are his wife, Barbara Jean Thompson; his son, Scott Underwood, of Racine; four sisters, Ethel (Francis “ Jinks”) Monroe, of Decatur, GA, Muriel (Willie) Washington, of Newark, NJ, Carol Mosely, of Racine, and Janet Rice, of Charleston, WV; three sisters-in-law, Rosemary Thompson, of Milwaukee, Gwendolyn Thompson, and Gwendolyn Pulliam, both of Racine; special nephews, William “Jay” (Gloria) Thompson, of Atlanta, Fredrick Dewayne Thompson, of Decatur, GA, Andrew Thompson, of Toledo, OH, William (Jennifer) Thompson, Marcus Mosley, and his namesake Roy (Lisa) Mosley all of Racine, special nieces, Natalie (Doug) Knowles, Sherton Scott, and Willett (Shelton) Gore; special great niece “his little princess”, Maggie Gore; special friend, Pastor George Jones. A host of other nieces, nephews, relatives, friends, and co-workers also survive him. In addition to his parents, Roy was preceded in death by five sisters, Maggie Bethel, Marietta Black, Louise Wilson, Mary Jane Jackson, and Thelma Ross; four brothers, William Thompson, Andrew Thompson, A.J. Thompson, and Roosevelt Thompson.
D. Veselk says
I am sad to hear of the loss of Roy Thompson. I enjoyed working with Roy (city of Racine). He was a gentle giant, faithful soul and solid man. My thoughts and prayers are with you (Barbara) and family. He is missed.
Ella. Richardson says
Barbara I’m so sorry for your loss you are in my. Prayers God will keep you. In perfect peace
Robert and Patricia Billups says
Condolences and Prayers to the Thompson Family. Love you all
Mae Tucker Williams & Family says
My sincere condolences to the family. May God strengthen you during this difficult time.
JoAnn Hayes says
My prayers go out to the family.
Carolyn pannell says
You will forever be in our hearts love you Roy The pannells
Pat McMillian says
Deepest condolences to the family! Very pleasant person to work with!
Victoria Gardner& Family says
So sorry for your loss Barbra. Roy was a kind and happy soul and always would laugh and joke with. He will be missed.
Linda Ivy says
My condolences to you Barbara, and the entire Thompson family. From the Hinton’s. Linda ivy
Nanette Adams says
My Condolences And Prayers To Barbara Thompson And The Thompson Family Rest In Paradise Roy Love Nanette Adams And Mother Hinton And Family
Doretha Fullen says
My condolences and prayers to you and your family’s
Michael Moriarty says
I was a Senior at Charleston Catholic High School on the Basketball Team when Roy was a Sophomore. I got to know Roy very well. Aside from being an outstanding athlete, I have never met a nicer guy. All the publicity he got from the press never went to his head. He always had a smile on his face and never met a stranger. All of the Charleston Catholic community who knew Roy are very saddened to learn of his death. God bless you in heaven Roy. My prayers and condolences to all of your family who will miss you badly.
Michael Moriarty
Stacey Moore & Family says
Barbara we send our condolences & sympathies of prayer to you & your family during this difficult time & the days to come .
Anonymous says
Robert Gamble Barbara sorry for your lost I will be praying for u and family. Roy was a good fri÷nd. he will ;be missed
Demetrius Powel says
I send my condolences to your family Hope God Gives the strength to make through this. Difficult. Time in life’s
Carla Johnson- Martin and family says
You will be truly missed. Continue to watch over us like you did when you were here. Until I see you again, I love you unc. We will do all we can to make sure Aunt Barbara is taken care of, I promise!!
Sheila Grandy says
My condolences to you Barbara and your family, may God comfort you all during this time, 🙏🙏🙏
Cheryl Nunn says
My condolences to the family. I worked with Roy and found him to be a kind hearted gentle spirit. He will be missed.
Anonymous says
Barbara you and the Thompson family have my most heartfelt and deepest condolences.
June
Marilyn Whitekyle says
Barbara and the Thompson family my deepest condolences and prayers go out all you.🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾
Anonymous says
Christopher Washington
RIH Uncle Roy
Robert & Diane Barkley says
Sending our condolences and prayers to Entire Thompson family
George Taylor Sr says
To Brother Roy, we always talked and had great conversations! My prayers and condolences to Thompson family.
Marilyn W Pearson says
My condolences
April Cruz says
Sorry to hear about his passing.. He was a so kind and thoughtful – I was a dispatcher for many years. Spoke to him a couple years ago when he called the pd. Rest in Heaven Roy T. you will be missed.
Prayers sent to his family and friends.
Diane Kennedy says
Barbara, Gwen and family my deepest and sincere condolences.
Pat & Frank McNeil says
Barbara, So sorry for your loss. Know that you are in our prayers. Love you Pat & Frank,
Anonymous says
I loved you so much Uncle Roy. You were always so positive and supportive of me…my whole life!! I miss you already and know you are in a better place. You will be in my heart forever.
Aunt Barbara, I feel your pain – we will get through this together, as a loving family.
Tanya