Frankie Dean Thompson

Frankie Dean Thompson, 82, passed away on January 22, 2016 at Signature Healthcare of Rogersville, surrounded by her children.

 Born on April 5, 1933 in Courtland, Alabama, she was the third child of Oscar and Gretchen Slayton. After graduating high school, she met and soon after married a handsome young sailor named Norman "Tommy" Thompson; they were married for 59 years.

 A devoted homemaker, her interests and talents included sewing, painting, cooking, baking and gardening. Frankie was a member of the Bulls Gap First Baptist Church and also enjoyed being a part of the local home demonstration club. For many years, she enjoyed Saturday outings with her daughters and cooking her famous chicken and dumplings for Sunday dinners. Known for her love of sweets, her homemade chocolate pies and chocolate chip cookies will be dearly missed.

She is survived by her children: Linda Newberry, Deanie (Jim) Greene, Mark Thompson, Robin (Vicki) Thompson, Debbie (Mike) Byrd; brothers Wade (Jackie) Slayton and Bill Slayton; grandchildren: Rob and Amiee Newberry, Tracey Williams and Jeremy Thompson, Shea and Kara Greene, Jessica Griggs and Philip Thompson, Mandy, Chris and Rusty Thompson; great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and special friends and neighbors. She is preceded in death by her spouse Norman Thompson; son Jerry Thompson; sister Katherine Foss and brother Bud Slayton.  A private memorial service will be held for family and close friends.

Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.snydersmemorialgardens.com  Snyder’s Memorial Gardens is serving the Thompson family with honor and compassion.

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