Marie Thompson (Lansing)

Marie Thompson departed this life Sunday, November 15, 2020, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Age 77 years. She was born April 17, 1943, to her parents, Andrew and Katie Chambliss of Roba, Alabama.

At an early age, she confessed Jesus Christ as her personal Savior and joined Sweet Pilgrim Baptist Church in Roba, Alabama. She later became a member of Galilee Baptist Church in Lansing, Michigan.

Marie worked with the Lansing School District for 20 plus years. She also was a caregiver for many family and friends. Marie had a strong will, awesome spirit and positive attitude.

Marie leaves to cherish the joy of her memory one loving and devoted daughter, Kathleen Thompson of Lansing, Michigan; three grandchildren who were the joy of her life, Brandon Thompson of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Aaron Thompson and Camari Hamilton both of Lansing, Michigan; four sisters, Matilda Garrett of Detroit, Michigan, Sallie Evans of Evergreen, Alabama, Donna Chambliss and Sharon Chambliss both of Roba, Alabama; two brothers, Andrew (Lucille) Chambliss of Roba, Alabama and William Chambliss of Dallas, Texas; two aunts, Merle (Robert) Boykin of Huntsville, Alabama and Hattie (James) Simmons of Chicago, Illinois; special niece, Melissa Dunlap of Lansing, Michigan; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Marie Thompson was preceded in her home going by her parents; grandson, Cameron Thompson-Hamilton; her sister, Roena Chambliss; uncle and aunt, Pastor Charles and Daisy Tolbert.

II Timothy 4:7-8 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.


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