J. L. "Gene" Thompson's Obituary
June Lagene “Gene” Thompson passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2017 in Covington, LA. He was born on January 29, 1942 in New Orleans, LA to the late Sherill L. “Gene” Thompson (Mary Alice) and Margaret Lanelle Cutrer Youngblood.
Gene was the beloved husband of Diann Rose Hargis Thompson for 60 years. He was the loving father of Daryl W. Thompson, Sharon T. Galloway (Mike), and Karen T. Anderson (Todd). He was the proud grandfather of Brooke M. Thompson, Kathryn T. Fournet, Britta G. Ramirez, Colt Z. Thompson, Cade W. Thompson; Kyle D. McWilliams, Klay L. Galloway, the late Michael W. Galloway; Paige A. Anderson, Ashlyn R. Anderson, Leah K. Anderson and 7 great-grandchildren. Gene was the brother of Robert W. Thompson (Pamela).
Gene was a successful entrepreneur and business man. In his later years, he enjoyed working on his cattle ranch. Gene loved spending time with his family, especially the grandchildren, and was an avid LSU Tiger Football fan.
Relatives and friends are invited to the Memorial Service at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433 on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 11:00 AM with visitation from 9:00 AM until service time. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to a charity of your choice. Please Share a Memory on the Tribute Wall at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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