Thomas A. Thompson Jr.
Waterport – Thomas A. Thompson Jr. August 1st, 1964 – January 27th, 2025“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure”.
On August 1, 1964 in Daytona Beach, Florida a son was born to Victoria and Thomas Allen Thompson Sr. He was their first born of five children; they christened him Thomas Allen Thompson Jr. he was affectionately called “Tommy”.
Tommy grew up in Christian home in Waterport, New York and attended Bethel Baptist Church in Medina, New York.
He was educated at Lyndonville Central School where he received his formal high school education.
After high school, he was the first player from Lyndonville (LCS) to receive a College Soccer Scholarship.
He graduated from Gannon University in Erie, PA with a Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA) in Criminal Justice. Later also received a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Thomas joined the United States Army on October 21, 1986 where he proudly served his country with distinction for twenty-four (24) years. He retired in 2010 with accolades such as the United States Army Good Conduct Medal, The United States Army Achievement Medal, A Bronze Star Medal and many more decorations and Momentos. He was a proud United States Army Veteran.
He was a military gentleman, so his dealings were honorable and upfront. What you see was what you got. Real talk. His actions spoke louder than his words and his words were few.
Tommy is honored today and always, his legacy will empower the future of a life well lived through his offspring, family and all the lives he touched.
In 1989 Tommy met and married his wife, Pamela. He was an impressive husband and supportive Father of Five (5) children and four (4) grandchildren who meant the world to him.
Tommy was a humanitarian who took the path of a philanthropist and spread love and joy throughout the length and breadth of the United States of America and the archipelago of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas.
After his retirement from the Military, Thomas was free to take that deep dive into what he truly loved which was helping the less fortunate and homeless population. His work with the homeless population and has left a lasting impression that will commit to memory long after his passing. He was especially a champion and a great mentor to the homeless veteran population and ALL that was placed in his pathway. It was clear that he had a passion to serve mankind.
Thomas deeply showed love and affection for family. He always had stories about his childhood, his marriage, his children and his beloved siblings, especially Sharon, his only sister. The love for his parents, particularly his father, was matchless. He was always willing to provide assistance to any family members and friends when necessary; but not before consulting them and offering words of advice. He was a born leader and an excellent example for all to follow.
He especially enjoyed taking trips to The Bahamas to spent time with his family. His trips were not only to Nassau (the capital) but to Abaco, Bimini, Grand Bahama (Freeport) and Cat Island. On the islands he enjoys boating, fishing, grilling, cook-outs and family gatherings while learning about his Bahamian culture through the eyes of his cousins and older Uncles and Aunts.
He was preceded in death by his Paternal Grandparents: Thaddeus Thompson Sr. and Rosaline Adderley-Thompson. Maternal Grandparents: Calvin Long and Sarah Long. Mother, Victoria Thompson and Brother John D. Thompson.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife: Pamela, children: Maverick McMurray (Batavia, NY), Shali Thompson (San Antonio, TX), Lakeisha Thompson (Washington), Thaddeous Thompson (San Antonio, TX) and Tisharra Thompson (Houston, TX) four grandchildren, two honorary grandchildren, Father: Thomas A. Thompson Sr., Sister: Sharon (Jay) Simms, Brothers: Larry Thompson (Orangeburg, SC), Michael Thompson (Lockport, NY) and Gregory Thompson (Medina, NY), three God Sons, nieces and nephews: including Jay Jr. and Jaden Simms, numerous aunts and uncles and special cousins in The Bahamas including: Margarette Thompson-Bain, Barbara, Kirk Sr., Ritchie, George Jr., Irvin, Alexis, Charon and Lakeisha Thompson, Kriston and Ramon Carroll, and special friends too numerous to mention.
Services will be held:
Saturday February 22, 2025
12pm-2pm
Shiloh Church Albion
3286 Crandall Road
