Betty Jean (Baker) Thompson

Betty Jean Thompson, 83, of Poplar Bluff, died Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Thompson, daughter of the late Norbert and Lea Jones Baker, was born March 25, 1932 in Sulphur, Louisiana. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and was a homemaker. Mrs. Thompson enjoyed spending time with her family.

On Oct. 25, 1951, she married Charles Allen Thompson in Louisiana. He preceded her in death.

Survivors include two children: Charles Allen Thompson, II of Utah and Cherlyn Thompson of Las Vegas, Nev.; seven grandchildren: Alicia, Krystal, Kayla, Charles, Amanda, Kevin and Samantha; nine great-grandchildren: Kathleen, Annalyse, Stoney, Jade, William, Freya, Kadence, Kairi and Jayden; a sister, Janell; and a brother: Jessy.

Mrs. Thompson was also preceded in death by four sisters, Viola, Leamay, Birtha and Audrey and three brothers, Herbert, Norbert and Jimmy.

A graveside service and burial will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at the Poplar Bluff City Cemetery with the Rev. Jim Schremp officiating.