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Thompson Tribute — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 01:15:26 +0000

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Liam Thomas Chappelear

Thompson Tribute — Fri, 22 May 2009 02:05:59 +0000

We are happy to announce that Liam Thomas Chappelear was born at 1 am on May 22nd, 2009 in London, England. He was 8lbs 5oz and 21.3 inches. He was born with quite a bit of black hair, but fair eyebrows.

Robert L. “Bob” Thompson Passed Away on January 29th, 2009

Thompson Tribute — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 01:21:02 +0000

Mr. Robert L. “Bob” Thompson age 82 years a resident of the Stringtown Road near Belington departed this life 5:10 am Thursday January 29, 2009 at his residence following a brief illness.

He was born July 27, 1926 near Philippi, WV a son of the late James Otis and Iris Daugherty Thompson.

On June 14, 1952 he was united in marriage to the former Delma Wagner who survives at their home on the Stringtown Road.

Also surviving are one daughter Debora Lynn “Debbie” Ross and Husband David of Mt. Liberty, one granddaughter Stephanie Lynn Runion and Husband Chris of Philippi, One grandson Mitchell David Ross and wife Jennifer of Fairmont, two great-grandsons Logan and Nathan Ross of Fairmont, and one brother William E. Thompson of Tallmadge Ohio. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, other family members and a whole host of friends.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by three brothers James Otis “June” Thompson, Gearl Waitman Thompson and Harold Hugh Thompson. Mr. Thompson was a 1945 Graduated of the Philippi High School, graduated from the Alderson-Broaddus College with a degree in teaching, and for a period of time attended the West Virginia University.

Mr. Thompson was a school teacher for the Barbour County School System for thirty years. He belonged to the Barbour County Retired Teacher’s Association and the WV Retired Teachers Association. He attended The Church of Christ and was baptized into the church on December 12, 1951.

Friends will be received at the Talbott Funeral Home 210 Brandenburg St. in Belington from 4-9 pm on Friday January 30, 2009 and again on Saturday until 2:00 pm when final rites will then be conducted from the Funeral Home Chapel with the Evangelist Mark LaValley of the Morgantown Church of Christ officiating.

Interment will follow in the Fraternal Cemetery near Belington. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be given to Mountain Hospice Inc. 1410 Crim Ave. Belington, WV 26250 or the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK. 73123.

The Talbott Funeral Home in Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Robert Lynn “Bob” Thompson. Condolences can be made to the family at www.talbottfuneralhome.com

Emma Elise Koontz

Thompson Tribute — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 01:19:48 +0000

We are happy to announce the birth of Emma Elise Koontz! Emma was born to Josh and Daniella Koontz on July 25th, 2008 in Deland, Florida. She weighed 8lbs, 10oz, and measured 19.5 inches long. Emma was also welcomed to the world by her big sister Lillian and her paternal grandparents Steve and Cathy Koontz; and her maternal grandparents, Brent and Karen Dorsey from Moorefield, WV.

Lillian Oleigh Scherer

Thompson Tribute — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 01:19:02 +0000

Announcing the birth of Lillian Oleigh Scherer born on October 11th, 2007. She weighed 7 lbs., 13 oz. Lillian is Tom Thompson’s second granddaughter.

Zoe Dale Chappelear

Thompson Tribute — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:55:13 +0000

Announcing the birth of Zoe Dale Chappelear born at 9:00am on July 9th, 2007 in London, England. She weighed 8 lbs., 3 oz. and was 21.5 inches long. Zoe is Tom Thompson’s first granddaughter.

William & Norma Thompson Celebrate 60th Anniversary

Thompson Tribute — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 00:56:24 +0000

William and Norma Thompson celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary! William and Norma were married June 4, 1947 in Philippi, West Virginia. William retired from Firestone with 35 years service. Norma retired from the City of Akron. They have three children, six grandchildren, one great-grandchild and another on the way. Congratulations! Love from Tom, Chuck, Carol and families.

Scarlett Ann Watson

Thompson Tribute — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 00:53:31 +0000

Announcing the birth of Scarlett Ann Watson, born on January 28th at 8:15 pm. She weighed 8 lbs, 3 oz. and measured 19 inches in length.

Her proud parents are Anthony and Bethany Watson of Belington, WV. Her grandparents are Gary and Laurel Thompson of Philippi, WV. She is also welcomed by her big brother, Elijah Watson.

Gary & Laurel Thompson Celebrate 30th Wedding Anniversary

Thompson Tribute — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 00:48:53 +0000

Congratulations to Gary and Laurel Thompson who celebrated their 30th Wedding Anniversary on November 27th, 2006. There was a surprise party for them held at the Nestorville Community Center where family and friends attended.

Logan David Ross

Thompson Tribute — Sun, 17 Sep 2006 00:54:16 +0000

Logan David Ross, the first child of Mitch and Jennifer Ross and the first great grandchild of Bob and Delma Thompson was born on September 17th, 2006.
Logan weighed 8 lbs, 12 oz. and was 21 inches long.