Mrs. Carol Thompson

February 14, 1946 - September 1, 2016

Carol Thompson (nee Fones) age 70 of Mickleton, NJ died Thursday September 1, 2016 in her home. Born in Wilmington, DE, Carol was a resident of Mickleton/ East Greenwich for 70 years. Carol was predeceased by her father, Albert Fones, her mother, Mary Fones, her sister, Elaine Futia and step sister, Florence Blankenbeker. Carol is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Bruce Thompson; her daughter, Trish Thompson of Mantua; her sons, Bruce Thompson Jr. of Gibbstown, Brian Thompson (Barb) of Mantua and Barry Thompson (Anne) of Mickleton; her grandchildren, Michael Favacchia (fiancé Ashley Smith) and Anthony Favacchia of Williamstown, Deanna Pooley (Jason) of Westville, Darius Thompson of Mantua, Cecilia Arangio of Logan Township, Brandon and Katelyn Thompson of Mickleton; her great grandchildren, Jason and Davonie Pooley who she was blessed to meet; her brother, George Carney of West Deptford, Kenny Fones of Portgage Lake, ME, Charles Fones of Mickleton; her sisters, Phyllis Fones of Seminole, FL , Claire Dunn of Palm City, FL; her brother in law, Dixon Thompson (Pat) of Woodbury. She is also survived by a large number of friends who have surrounded Carol and her family with so much love and kindness, especially in these past few months. Carol was a graduate of Kingsway Regional High School and Gloucester County College and a member of the International Professional Secretaries. She worked for E.I. DuPont for 21 years as an administrative assistant until retirement. She worked part time for Harrison Township as a secretary. She was a member of the Zion Communtiy Church where she was an active member participating in many activities. On any given Sunday, Carol could be found singing in the choir, teaching Sunday school or sharing lunch with her church family after a special service. Carol’s greatest passion after her faith was her family. A devoted sibling and daughter who reached out to help any family member in need purely out of her own kindness, taking care of her family was what made Carol happiest. Carol loved the time she shared with her husband and her extended family during holidays and special occasions. As much as she loved her children and grandchildren, the love she shared with Bruce was legendary. Carol truly enjoyed the 52 years she was blessed to be Mrs. Thompson. She could recount every detail of her wedding day happily, as if it were just yesterday. She had a best friend, a travel partner and a creator of mischief in her sweetie and it was a true joy to watch them together. She still laughed at all of his crazy jokes and until the day she left she still looked at him with absolute admiration. Her absence will leave a huge void in all of our lives. Carol will be lovingly remembered in the smell of salt air and in sand on your feet, in the sound of church bells ringing, in a bite of perfect potato salad, or on a chilly day when you reach for a blanket. Do something kind in her honor, that is how she would truly like to be remembered. The Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 AM Tuesday September 6, 2016 in the McBride – Foley Funeral Home, 228 West Broad St., Paulsboro. Relatives and friends may visit with the family Tuesday morning after 9:30 until service time. Interment Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in her memory to Zion Communtiy Church, 242 Kings Hwy., Clarksboro, NJ 08020. Memories can be shared at www.mcbridefoleyfh.com.