Obituary: Harold Thompson

September 15, 1933 – May 19, 2025

Harold Thompson, 91, of Bedford, passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025, at Stonebridge Health Campus.

Born September 15, 1933, in Bladenburg, NC, he was the son of Roy and Zollie (Wright) Thompson. He married Mary Lou Pruett, and she survives. He served during the Korean War as a U.S. Navy and Air Force veteran. He was an avid golfer, and wood and stone carving was his hobby. He was a wonderful gardener, landscaper, and a great dancer. He retired as an Ordnance Supervisor at Crane Army Activity in 1989.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Lou, of Bedford; a daughter, Leslie Thompson (Susan Gates), of Bedford; a son, Bradley Thompson (Leah), of Brownsburg; two grandchildren, Gabrielle and Madelyn, of Brownsburg; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Kathleen Frye and Daisy Lenz.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 23rd, in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in
Silverville, with Pastor Kenny Walden officiating. Members of Gillen Post #33 American Legion will accord military rites. No visitation is planned.

Memorial contributions may be made in Harold’s memory to the Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence County.

Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.