of Jonesboro, AR

August 2, 1945 - December 5, 2024

Nathan D. Thompson Jr., 79, of Jonesboro, AR passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Craighead Nursing Center in Jonesboro. He was born on August 2, 1945 in Keiser, AR to Jack and Bertha (Watson) Thompson. Nathan earned a bachelor's degree and having an adventurous spirit, he spent his working life in different vocations, including as a teacher, a beloved basketball coach, sales and as a postal worker. He enjoyed many things, including hunting and fishing, projects of all kinds, mechanical work, woodworking and spending time with his family.

He is preceded in death by his parents; a son, Vincent Ryan Thompson; a great grandson, James Ryan Long and brothers, James Hammond and Charles Thompson.

Left to cherish the memory of Nathan are his devoted wife of 56 years, Beverly; twin daughters, Valerie Thompson Bailey and Jennifer Thompson Long; grandchildren, TJ, Austin, Max and Annabeth; great grandchildren, Ensley, Azalea and Emma; brothers, Roy and George Thompson; sisters, Shirley Keeling and Martha Gosa and many nieces, nephews, friends, family and loved ones.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2pm at Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home (1900 W. Washington Ave., Jonesboro, AR 72401) with Chuck Lewis and Larry Bailey officiating.

A visitation will precede the service beginning at 1pm.

Arrangements are under the care of Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home
1900 West Washington Ave.
Jonesboro, AR  72401
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com