Mary Alice Thompson
OBITUARY ON MARY ALICE THOMPSON
Mary Alice Thompson, age 79, of 3115 Center Dr., died on Sunday, May 20, 2012 in Blessing Hospital. She was born on March 18, 1933 in Racine, Wisconsin the daughter of Wayne & Alice (Jenkins) Cribb. She married Tim Thompson on June 30, 1956 in St. Mary’s Catholic Church. He survives.
Mary Alice worked at Quincy High School first as a school nurse and then later as a secretary. She was later a recruiter for the Blessing-Reiman School of Nursing and an administrative secretary at Blessing Hospital. She was a member of the Church of St. Peter.
Mary Alice was very active and giving of her time and effort. She was a member of the Board of the United Way for many years and helped with their programs for battered and homeless women. She was a volunteer for the YWCA. Mary Alice was a gardener and made her backyard a sanctuary for all. Mary Alice was dedicated to her close circle of friends and her family, always inquiring and always caring.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by:
FOUR CHILDREN: Theresa Freihofer and her husband Richard of Ozark, MO; Thomas Thompson of San Carlos, CA; Michele Panicucci and her husband David of Waterloo, IA: and Timothy Thompson and his wife Jody of Quincy
TEN GRANDCHILDREN: Jessica Braschler and her husband Jared; Jonathan Freihofer; Matthew Freihofer, Lindsey Panicucci, Megan Panicucci; Thomas Panicucci, Christopher Thompson, Matthew Thompson, Aaron Thompson and Sean Thompson.
TWO BROTHERS: Wayne Cribb and his wife Mary and John Cribb and his wife Jan.
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
Mary Alice was preceded in death by her parents, and one son Lieutenant Michael Thompson.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 12:00 Noon in the Church of St. Peter by Msgr. Leo Enlow. Interment at a later date in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Church of St. Peter on Thursday morning from 10:00 AM until the time of services. Memorials may be made to the Blessing Foundation in care of the Lieutenant Michael Thompson Fund or to the Blessing Foundation for Hospice. The Duker & Haugh Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
We send our deepest condolence over the passing of Aunt Mary Alice. We pray that our Lord and Savior will carry you through this most difficult time in the palm of his hand. May He wipe away your tears with laughter over sweet memories. May He give you strength as you recall her tremendous contribution to those in need. May He give you courage to face the new day as you recall His love through the gift of your family. Thank you for sharing Aunt Mary Alice with us. We fondly remember her as we recall the good times, the laughter, and the stories we were blessed to share when we came together. You all are held deep in our hearts and prayers. Peace of the Lord be with you.
Mary Alice was a really neat lady and will be missed and remembered by many. She left her heart print on many lives. My prayers are with each of he family as you each get through this really tough time.
Fondly, Zig
Dear Tim & family,
Please know that my whole family, your old neighbors from Center Dr, lift you and your families up in prayer. May you feel Gods comfort and presence during this time.
In Christian love,
Mary Nichols
Maudie Melvin
Angie Matson
Sandi Pulley
Chris Roan
Amy Bott
Dear Tim and Family,
Mary Alice has been a special friend for more than twenty-five years. We were brought together by the tragic loss of Lieutenant Mike Thompson while we were assigned together in Pensacola, Florida. I immediately felt welcome, loved, and at home with your family when Mike was laid to rest there in Quincy. What a blessing Mary Alice and you have been for us over the years. We are especially thankful for your visits to Pensacola, not only to honor and remember Mike, but also to be a part of our Change of Command festivities. The regular communications over the years have been a joy with the wonder of a special relationship. We will continue that closeness through continued correspondence along with our memories and prayers.
With love, Russ and Nadine Captain, USN (Retired)
Tom, Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Greg and Marianne
Tim and family, our family’s prayers are with you and Mary Alice. We will remember her as a caring mother and grandmother, a wonderful role model for your entire family. And what a great smile she had. May God bless her and keep her safe, forever. Our love and sympathies, Gordon, Michele, Mike, Gina and Angela Panicucci
We are friends of Shelli and Dave in Cedar Falls, and pass on our thoughts and prayers for you all as you celebrate the life of a loved one—mom and grandma. Kay and Rich
Always smiling, a very gracious gal….I share your sorrows
Dear Thompson Family,
Sorry to learn of Mary Alice’s death. Thinking of you and remembering a great lady.
As ever,
Dick & Pat Wentura