Debra Ann Thompson
– 01/14/2023
Obituary for Debra Ann Thompson
Debra Ann Thompson, 67, slipped away quietly on Saturday, January 14, 2023 to be with the Lord. She is preceded in death by her mother, Eddie B. Johnson, two favorite cousins; Gloria Turner Robinson, Boyzie “Chris” Robinson, and her beloved yorkie, Sam.
Debra graduated from Rule High School in 1973, where she was valedictorian of her class. She received a B.S. degree from the University of Tennessee in Education. Debra was a Special Education Teacher for Knox County Schools, at Sam E. Hill and Lonsdale Elementary, for thirty years. She was a faithful member of Rogers Memorial Baptist Church for over 48 years. She served on the Senior Usher Ministry, was the announcement clerk, and taught Sunday School for many years. Debra was a charter member of the Pi Epsilon Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority at the University of Tennessee. She loved reading, shopping, working jigsaw puzzles, and going to the movies.
Debra leaves to cherish her kind and loving spirit with cousins Patricia (Kenneth) Bussell, Sandra (Jack) Hall, Rosemond (Mary Alice) Turner, Charles (Rose) Turner, Alex Turner, Paulette Robinson, Madasia (Tramar) Green, Marlon (Michelle) Bussell, Lynn Bussell, Khari Turner and her bonus family Corine Crawford, Bryan (Kitty) Crawford, Billie Johnson, Mona Dockery, Justina Glaze, Sue Hamilton, Lara Beth Hamilton, Thomas (Kelsey) Hamilton, Cindy (Charlie) Barker, and Carmen Cunningham (Vero Beach, FL). Debra also leaves a host of cousins (Knoxville/Cartersville, GA) and friends; along with special long-time friends, Ingrid Cozart, Geraldine Waterson and Cynthia Ragsdale.
A memorial service will be held at Rogers Memorial Baptist Church on Saturday, February 4, 2023.
Family and Friends visitation from 10:30 am – 11:00 am with services following. In lieu of flowers,
donate in Debra’s memory to ASPCA Philanthropy Dept. 520 8th Avenue, 7th Floor New York, NY 10018.
There will be a dove release immediately following the service.
Arrangements entrusted to Jarnigan and Sons Mortuary.
2823 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37914
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Receiving of Friends
Saturday, February 4, 2023
10:30 am – 11:00 am
Rogers Memorial Baptist Church
2823 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914
Funeral Service
Saturday, February 4, 2023
Rogers Memorial Baptist Church
2823 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914
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To The Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Debra passing. She and her mother were our neighbors for several years when they lived the Mechanicsville community. Whenever we would see her, she always greeted with a smile and kind words. Our condolences and prayers are with the family. May God continue to keep his loving arms around the family during and beyond this difficult time.
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
Psalms 23:1-4 NKJV
Deepest sympathy and may the PEACE of GOD that surpasses ALL understanding bring comfort to each of you now and forever. Treasure the memories of your Love Ones in your Hearts ❤️ forever. Continual prayers for ALL.
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
Psalms 23:1-4 NKJV
Our deepest sympathy and may the PEACE of GOD that surpasses ALL understanding bring comfort to each of you now and forever. Treasure the memories of your Love Ones in your Hearts ❤️ forevermore. Continual prayers 🙏 for ALL.
“Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal”. My condolences to Debra’ family/ I have fond memories of her and her mother Miss Eddie B, when we live on McCalla they on Pennslyvania, behind us. We would play together as children, Lost contact with her when I went away to college. However, it was always good to see here whenever I visited Rogers Memorial. I willforever cherish the memories.
Debra you will be missed. working with you for 8 years lonsdale was a blessing. you were a great teacher. just sending my sympathy and to your family and friend. God bless all of you.