George Thompson Jr.

George Washington Thompson Jr. was born to George Washington Thompson Sr. and Retha Francis Thompson on November. 28, 1969.  He departed this earthly life on Thursday, December 24, 2020.

George attended Elyria High school. He was a dedicated worker who enjoyed maintenance and flooring. His latest endeavor was training in electrical. His passions were music, games, football, basketball, cutting hair, a good laugh and spending time with his grandchildren.

George leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 30 years Artavia Smith, beloved mother Retha (Billy) Willams, son Cameo Smith, daughters Erika and Shalonda Malone all of Elyria, OH. Brothers Gregory (Nikki) Thompson of New London, OH and Demond Thompson of Elyria OH.  He also leaves many devoted family members, friends, 3 nephews, 1 neice and 10 grandchildren whom he adored to cherish his memories. 

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Ellis "Buddy" and Jeanette Tarrant, father George Washington Thompson Sr., aunt Ezella Tarrant, aunt Delores Butler, and aunt Alberta Kendricks.

A walk-thru viewing will be held on Friday, January 8, 2021  at A New and Living Way Ministries, 1510 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Lorain. OH., from 10;00A.M.-11:00A.M. and a “Home Going” Service immediately following. Burial at Brookdale Cemetery. Please wear a mask and adhere to social distancing protocol.

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