Tommye Thompson

Tommye M. Thompson (68), a longtime resident of Van Buren, AR but currently residing in Rogers, AR, died Saturday, March 23, 2019 in Bentonville, AR. Her parents were Mr. Tommy and Mrs. Hazel Bridgewater of Little Rock, AR. Tommye, a product of the Little Rock and Pulaski Public School systems, attended Fuller High School and obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Secondary Education from Arkansas Baptist College and a Certificate in Career Orientation from University of Central Arkansas.

In 1968 Tommye wed Traftin E. Thompson, Sr., with whom, she remained married for over 46 years until his passing in 2015. In 1976, she and Traftin gave birth to their son, Traftin E. Thompson, Jr.

Tommye taught at Kimmons Junior High School in various capacities for over 15 years. Later she became an entrepreneur as owner of Mrs. T’s Hats and Fashions.

Tommye’s parents preceded her in death, as well as her older brother, Steve Bogard. She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Traftin, Jr.; sister, Cynthia (William) Bell - Little Rock, AR; two brothers-in-law, Frank (Deborah) Thompson – Salem, OR, Morris (Minnie) Thompson – Little Rock, AR; two sisters-in-law, GraCetta Thompson – Salem, OR, and Pinkie Thompson – Reno, NV; best friends, Minnie Allen, Cheryl Morrison-Williams and Rita Ellis; as well as a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

Homegoing services will be conducted as follows: Visitation is scheduled Friday, March 29, 2019 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm at Edwards Funeral Home; funeral service will be 12:00pm Saturday, March 30, 2019 at Mulberry Church of Christ in Mulberry, AR; burial will be 12:00pm Monday, April 1, 2019 at Fort Smith National Cemetery. Funeral arrangements handled by Edwards Funeral Home.