Thompson, Neva A., 89, of Limestone, in Caribou, on March 25, 2012. A celebration of Neva’s life will be conducted at the Limestone United Methodist Church with burial to be held after at the Advent Cemetery, Limestone, at a later date and time to be announced. Arrangements are in the care of Dorsey Funeral Home, Fort Fairfield.
LIMESTONE – Neva A. Thompson, 89, wife of the late Curtis A. Thompson, passed away Sunday evening, March 25, 2012, at a Caribou nursing facility, after an extended illness. She was born August 21, 1922, in Fort Fairfield, the daughter of Abner T. and Susan (Shea) Ames.
Neva was a graduate of the Fort Fairfield High School, Class of 1940, and went on to continue her education at the Aroostook State Teachers College, Presque Isle. In 1973, Neva received her degree in education from the University of Maine at Orono and worked as a substitute teacher in the Limestone School Department for several years.
She was married to Curtis A. Thompson on June 24, 1943, and had been a devoted member of the Limestone United Methodist Church since 1945, where she served on several committees, Christian educational programs, taught Sunday School for several years and sang in the choir. Neva was also active in Limestone Civic Affairs, serving with the Limestone Visionary Group during the closing of Loring Air Force Base, also served with the Limestone School Department P.T.A. and was a Brownie and Girl Scout leader.
Neva was very courageous throughout her illness and was known for her humor and positive attitude. Her faith and church family kept her strong.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Curtis on July 3, 2001; one brother and sister-in-law, Wayne W. and Reta J. Ames.
She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Cheryl and Newton Haleblian of Plains, MT, Andrea and Art Struble of Tucson, AZ; two granddaughters, Kara Struble and her husband, John Hill of Tukwila, WA, Kimberly Struble and fiancé, John Udden of Superior, CO; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Neva also leaves behind a dear friend and caregiver, Mavis Churchill of Limestone and others, too numerous to mention were important in helping her live her life.
A celebration of Neva’s life will be conducted at the Limestone United Methodist Church with burial to be held after at the Advent Cemetery, Limestone, at a later date and time to be announced. Those who wish may contribute in memory of Mrs. Thompson to the Limestone United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 2 Burleigh Street, Limestone, 04750. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Giberson-Dorsey Funeral Home, 144 Main Street, Fort Fairfield.
