James Thompson

James Thompson, 65, of Jonesboro, formerly of Blytheville, passed away Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born Nov. 20, 1957, in Turrell to the late Boyd and Willine Thompson. James worked for Nucor Steel for over 20 years before retiring. He also served several years as a fireman in Blytheville. James enjoyed fishing and the Arkansas Razorbacks. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. James loved his grandchildren dearly and never missed a sports game or event.

Survivors include his sons, Josh (Tonya) Thompson of Jonesboro, Todd (Annie) Thompson of Jonesboro; former wife who he remained close to, Brenda Thompson of Jonesboro; four brothers, Floyd (Brenda) Thompson of Cherokee Village, Larry Thompson of Conway, Stanley Thompson of Jonesboro, Glen (Robin) Thompson of Gosnell; four sisters, Brenda Kay (John) Herrington of Cherokee Village, Linda Gail Meadows of Bella Vista, Cookie (Johnny) Duncan of Searcy, Diane McBride of Blytheville; and five special grandchildren, Ella Kate Thompson, Baron Thompson, Caroline Thompson, Nora Thompson and Rowan Thompson, all of Jonesboro.

Funeral service will be Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 10 a.m. in Emerson Memorial Chapel with Bro. Terry Watson officiating. Burial will follow at Macedonia Cemetery. Visitation is from 9-10 a.m. prior to the service.

For lasting memorials the family asks that consideration be given to the Razorback Foundation, https://www.razorbackfoundation.com/

Online guestbook: www.emersonfuneralhome.com