Thomas Albert Thompson Sr.

Thomas “Tommy” Albert Thompson, Sr., 80, of Taylors, beloved husband of 59 years to Barbara S. Thompson, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family and the support of Crescent Hospice. Born in Red Bank, SC, he was the son of the late Robert E. and Illa Mae Gable Thompson. He was a member of Red Bank Baptist Church and accepted the call to ministry in 1973. He enrolled at North Greenville College where he completed his associate degree in 1975. In 1985 he received his Bachelor of Ministry Degree at Southern Baptist Center of Biblical Studies. He later pursued a Master of Ministry in 1992. He finished his education by earning a Doctorate from Carolina College of Theology in 2017. During his Ministry he was called to serve Spring Gully Baptist in Andrew’s, SC, and Providence Baptist in Macedonia, SC. Ending his ministry at Sangaree Baptist in Summerville, SC, where he called home for 32 years. He and Barbara retired to Greenville, SC, in 2016 to be near their family. In retirement he was an active member of Clearview Baptist Church in Travelers Rest, SC. He loved telling jokes and making people laugh to the extent that he authored the book “The Funny Side of Life”. He was a huge baseball fan and Ford Mustang fanatic to the point he made it known; “I’ll push a Ford before I ride in a Chevy”. He was known by all for having a huge heart and always wanting to help people in need. He was a faithful servant to the Lord until he was called home. He is survived by his son: Thomas Albert Thompson, Jr. (Lyn) of Greer, SC; brother: Randy Thompson (Shady) of Leesville, SC; three grandchildren: Cory Thompson (Caroline) of Columbia, SC, Heather Thompson of Taylors, SC, and Savannah Thompson of Anderson, SC. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a son: Michael Ray Thompson, two sisters: Gayle Galpin and Linda Bennett; two brothers: John E. and Robert Thompson; and a loving great-grandson: Eli James Thompson. A visitation will be held on Saturday morning, July 22nd, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Clearview Baptist Church. Funeral service will follow the visitation in the church sanctuary beginning at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be private. Memorials may be made to the Missions Ministry at Clearview Baptist Church 5611 State Park Rd. Travelers Rest, SC 29690 Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.thehowzemortuary.com. The Howze Mortuary in Travelers Rest is honored to serve the Thompson family. (864) 834-8051.

Thomas Albert Thompson Sr.

November 17, 1942 - July 19, 2023