of West Memphis, AR
February 8, 1945 - August 1, 2024
Roy Lee Thompson, age 79, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, August 1, 2024 with his loving and caring wife, Betty by his side. He was born February 8, 1945 in Marked Tree, Arkansas to parents, Roland Oscar and Thelma West Thompson.
Roy was a member of the Christ Outreach Church in West Memphis. He was a retired commercial truck driver and an avid Nascar memorabilia collector with Mark Martin being his favorite driver. He was a very proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He loved to spend time outdoors over the years catfishing as well as camping, deer hunting and bowling in a league.
Surviving Roy is his wife of 40 years, Betty Ann Thompson; Roy also leaves his daughter, Pam Goodman; his sisters, Cathy (Jerry) Lee, Susan Kennedy, Becky Lawson, Joyce (Bobby) Kennedy and Joann Ott; his bother, Robert (Dianne) Thompson; along with three grandchildren, Tyler Thompson, Billy May, Hunter Goodman and three great grandchildren, Bentley Goodman, Michael Goodman and Liliana Goodman; as well as his daily companion ''Bandit''. He is preceded in death by his parents; his son, Jeff Thompson; brothers, Eugene, Freddie and Perry Thompson and his sisters, Janie Deaton and Mary May.
The family would like to express they're thanks to the Elite Hospice team and to 1st Choice Home Care for their devoted and caring services. In Lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests a donation be made to the American Alzheimer's Association or to the Furgiven Animal Sanctuary.
Both Visitation and Service will be held at the Chapel of Roller- Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis, Arkansas. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM followed by the Service at 12:00 PM. Burial with Military Honors will take place after at the Arkansas State Veteran's Cemetery in Birdeye, Arkansas.
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12 Condolence(s)
Wanda Bentley
Monday, August 5, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Roy Lee was such a likable person. Prayers be with you and your family.
Nancy Beggs
Monday, August 5, 2024
So sorry Betty for your loss. He was so well taken care of by you! Honoring him for his service for our country too.
Stacey Burnett
Saturday, August 3, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Pam you and your family are in my prayers. All my memories are from so long ago but Uncle Roy Lee was an amazing dad and just adored you and Jeff so very much.
Karen Price
Saturday, August 3, 2024
Betty and family, prayers to you. May memories from another time give you peace. My older sister died from the same disease, so I understand how hard this has been for all of you. God bless. Karen Price
Patti Hayes-Suitor
Saturday, August 3, 2024
Very sorry for your loss.
Tressa and Phillip Lowry
Friday, August 2, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss
Sallye King
Friday, August 2, 2024
May God give you peace and strength. Roy and I shared the same bd and always love talking about it. I’m praying for you and your family
Tim Wadkins
Friday, August 2, 2024
Sorry for your loss Mrs Betty our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dale Goodman and Lisa Smith
Friday, August 2, 2024
So sorry for your loss.
Anne Westmoreland
Friday, August 2, 2024
Roy Lee was indeed the love of Betty's life. They were amazing together. I wish I could be there to attend the service. Betty, I love you and will keep you in my.hesrt & prayers.
Debbie Wolfe
Friday, August 2, 2024
My Dear Friend Betty: I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Rick & Debbie Wolfe & Family
Mary Frances McAnally
Friday, August 2, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.