Mr. Bobby Joe Thompson, Sr. also known as "BobCat" departed this earthly life on Wednesday, March 12, 2008. He was born February 4, 1936. Mr. Thompson was a retiree of R.J. Reynolds.
He was preceded in death by his parents Robert A. and Armenta Thompson; a brother, Willie George Thompson; and a daughter, Bobbie Jo Ann Thompson.
He is survived by his children, Betty Dove Johnson (Joshua), Laurie Thompson Murdock (Carl), Leilani Thompson Reed (James), Bobby Joe Thompson, Jr., and Barry Maurice Thompson; 14 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 12 Noon Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at United Metropolitan Baptist Church, 450 Metropolitan Drive, Winston-Salem, NC, with the Rev. Prince Rainey Rivers officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. Family visitation will be held from 11 am until 12 Noon Tuesday at the church.
"We will remember our loved one for his meekness, humor, love, hard work, and caring spirit."