She accepted Christ and attended Pine Grove AME Church during her formative years later joining Metropolitan AME Zion Church where she remained until it's consolidation and was no longer in the area. She began attending Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church and ushering when needed.
She was proceeded in death by her parents; brothers, Alexander Thompson and Hubert Thompson Jr.; sister, Linda Kay Thompson; and grandson, Micah Lee Veasey.
She leaves to cherish her memory daughter, Wanda Kay (Melvin Sr.) Veasey of North Little Rock, AR; brother, Stacey Alan Thompson (whom she raised as a son) of St. Louis, MO; grandson, Melvin Veasey Jr. of Monticello, AR; granddaughter, Brittany Rochelle Veasey of Monticello, AR; and great granddaughters, Miranda Kay Veasey and Jada Alyssa Jackson, both of Monticello, AR.
Sisters: Dorothy Jo Brooks, Palestine (John) Henry, and Gloria Dean (Fred) Ford, all of St. Louis, MO; Flora Mae Binns of Columbus, OH; Glenda Joyce Wade of San Jose, CA; Shirley Mae Thompson of Monticello, AR; and Barbara Lynn Thompson of McGehee, AR.
Brothers: Lewis Thompson of San Jose, CA; Melvin Thompson of Phoenix, AZ; Calvin Wayne Thompson of St. Louis, MO; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 14, 2017 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home in Monticello. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home Chapel in Monticello. Burial will follow at Union Ridge Cemetery #2 in Monticello, AR. Online guestbook stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(9)
Delois Ridgell
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 16, 2017 Wanda sorry for your loss just know earth has no sorrow that Heaven can't heal much loveDr Sam Wherry
LITTLE ROCK, AR Thursday, April 13, 2017 The Almighty God in wise providence and mysterious way transitioned this Stella Compassionate Agape Loving Christian Lady, Mrs Vera Thompson from Mortality into Immortality for a triumphant entry into the Kingdom of Heaven for this Woman Loved God and servicing of him for she was one outstanding doorkeeper in the Sanctuary of God for decades and the fruits of her children give validity of her fruitfulness in the Mission and Purpose of the Almighty God through Jesus Christ of the People of God. So it BeMay God's Continued Blessings Covering Favor upon the Children and Family of Vera Thompson.
Judy Lassiter
Monticello, AR Thursday, April 13, 2017 Wanda, Stacy and Shirley,I am heartbroken as I learn of Vera's passing. She was a dear and faithful helper and friend. She was loyal and dependable and worked so very hard for so many years. I am so sad that she did not have long to enjoy the retirement that she so richly deserved. Please know that I am thinking of you and praying for all your family at this sad time. Vera will always hold a special place in my heart.
Judy Lassiter
Pearline Bealer
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 12, 2017 Sorry Pete And Wanda for your lossFrances Hampton
Warren, AR Wednesday, April 12, 2017 Wanda and family my heart is saddened by the passing of Aunt Vera. She has been a constant source of love and support all of my life. I never had a Christmas without receiving a card in the mail from her. She was like a sister to my mom. She will be missed. May the God of all comfort be with you and give you peace during this time.The Jamisons
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 12, 2017 Miss Shirley and the Thompson Family:It is with heavy hearts that we express our sympathy for the loss of your sister and family member. I will miss seeing Miss Vera in the back yard and getting her walk in. May God grant each of you the strength and comfort to move beyond this moment of sadness; but hold close the memories that you have of Miss Vera forever.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Paul and Gaynell Jamison
Steve and Ibra Leonard
, AR Tuesday, April 11, 2017 Cousin Wanda and Melvin, we love you and we are deeply sorry for your loss!Melanie & Perry Rawls
, AR Tuesday, April 11, 2017 So sorry for your lossmary lou cooper
monticello, AR Tuesday, April 11, 2017 so sorry to heard about Vera, we work together at U.A.M, she was one of the best!!! RIP