Honoring Sara D Thompson's Legacy

I have had so many people reach out to me to see how they can help with mommom Sara's final expenses. So to keep everything in one place I figured this would be the simplest solution.

Sara D Thompson

Age 95, of Wilmington, DE, shrugged off her mortal coil and entered fully into the presence of our Lord on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at Christiana hospital in Newark, DE surrounded by her loving family.

Sara was the youngest child and only daughter born to Joseph and Mary DeShong on April 25, 1929. She graduated from Wilmington High School and attended the University of Delaware. On November 9, 1946, she married the love of her life George E. Thompson (dec.1993) and they went on to have three sons.

Sara worked as a secretary alongside her best friend Thelma Appleby for 16 years at Precision Machine in New Castle, DE. She was a devout member of Immanuel Church in Wilmington, DE her entire life where she taught Sunday school and played the piano.

Sara was known for her strong will, soft manner, unwavering faith in God and her love and support of her family and community. She was an enthusiastic piano player and loved to give lessons. She enjoyed listening to classical music and watching old cowboy movies or murder mysteries on TV. Her favorite activity was spending time with her family especially her grand, great grand and great-great grandchildren.

Sara was predeceased by her loving husband George E. Thompson (1993), her sons John S. Thompson (1988) & Joseph Thompson (1970), both of her parents, all 5 of her brothers and her best friend Thelma Appleby, who were all waiting at those heavenly gates to welcome her home.

She is survived by her devoted and loving son James D. Thompson and her dedicated daughter-in-law and caregiver Shirley A. Thompson, her daughter-in-law Robin Thompson (John dec). Grandchildren: George E Thompson, Daniel M. Thompson (Valerie), Holly Thompson Lea (Sean), Julie A Thompson, Jesse D. Thompson (Brianna) & Bradley Pierce. Fourteen great grandchildren, Eight great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews,

and friends.

Sara, a beacon of kindness and love, will forever reside in our hearts. Her legacy, exemplified by her unfailing relationship with the Lord, will continue to inspire and guide us until we are reunited with her in Glory.