George Moore Thompson, III
January 18, 1957 ~ January 17, 2012
Resided in:
Candler, NC
George Moore Thompson, III, 54, of Sand Hill Rd., Candler, died Tuesday, January 17, 2012.
A native of Buncombe Co., Mr. Thompson was a graduate of Enka High School and UNCA. He was a member of UNCA's first masters programs, and also took graduate classes at the University of Tennessee. He worked as a professor of philosophy and religion at Western Carolina University.
Mr. Thompson is survived by his wife, Judy Moore Thompson; son Lee Thompson and wife Jenny; mother Judy Clark and step-father Jim Clark; grandchildren Jacob and Olivia; step-sister Angela Hart; step-brother Alex Clark; and father George M. Thompson., Jr.
A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, with the Rev. Allen Rash officiating.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or to the American Cancer Association.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
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Aunt Judy my thoughts or with you I am so sorry for your loss I love you and I know how much you loved him.He will not be in pain anymore. Love Kim
Judy, Jim, and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I found this quote and I hope it brings some peace. We love y’all.
I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. Leo Buscaglia
The Correll Family
Dear Judy and entire Family,
We all are very sorry for your loss…it is times like this that we thank our Lord for faith and his strength.
For me George will always be remembered as Fellar, as we were class mates at Emmanuel Lutheran Church many many years ago.I will remember him for his kind smile.
All of you are in my families thoughts and prayers,not just now but in the days to come.
Ronnie,Susan,Lindsey,Scott.Patt, Pete and Beverly. God Bless you Judy.
Thompson Family
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
To the Families Thompson and Clark Shocked as you are on the news of Fellar’s death. I know their are NO words to truly comfort you at this time, but I hope you turn to the Lord for all your comfort and strength at this stage in your journey of life. I know you all had a special love in your heart for each other. Love truly knows no bounds. Fellar is in a greater place of peace and comfort no doubt hitting every perfect note. Praying for the families. We love you all, The Parsons Family
Dear Judy, Jim & family
To know Feller was to be engaged with a man who sought truth and made a strong contribution to all who knew him.We had many talks about spiritual matters, and he had a yearning for the ‘upward calling of God in Christ Jesus’.
May you know comfort, peace and joy as you remember him.
Judy and family,
I was very sorry to learn about George’s passing. I pray that the Lord will give you all great comfort during this time.
To the Clark and Thompson Family, We are so sorry to learn of the loss of your son. May you be blessed with peace and comfort during this time. Please do not hesitate to let of know of any way we may be of help. Jim & Judy, we will be in touch.
In His Name,
Harry & Ruby Grooms
Pat Forbes
Judy – We are so shocked and saddened to hear of George’s passing. You are definately in our thoughts and prayers. Terry Thomas and your Asheville SECU family.
I have not seen George since high school days. I always thought he was a really good friendly guy who went out his way to be nice to people. Reading of his passing makes me sad. He will be missed.
Sorry to hear of Feller’s passing We’ll miss the Guy!
Judy Williams, I am so sorry you have this sorrow. Losing a child is the worst that can happen-at any age. We lost our daughter at age 12. You are blessed to have his children and grandchildren.
You are in my prayers. Vivian (Caldwell) Byas
You are in our prayers. Say hello to Keith for us. We know that you both will have a lot to catch up on.
I am very sorry to hear of George passing away. I worked with George at Brendles many years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.