Ms. Alice Thompson

June 7, 1931 - January 10, 2016

Alice Thompson, the youngest child born June 7,1931 to the late Thomas Jefferson and Mattie Outen Thompson in Sumter, South Carolina, departed this earthly life on January 10, 2016. Alice joined St. Matthews Baptist Church at a young age, where she served as needed. Alice graduated from the Sumter County school district in 1950. After graduation, she moved to Bronx, New York with her sister Lucinda, where she worked in various factory jobs. In May 2009, Alice returned to Sumter, South Carolina where she was a resident of Shiloh-Randolph Manor until her health began to decline. She participated in various activities held at the Manor as well as their church service when she could not attend her own. Upon returning to Sumter, Alice rejoined her childhood church, St. Matthews Baptist Church where she was a member of the Gospel Choir. She was also a member of the Golden Heart Association in Sumter. Alice was a wonderful cook who enjoyed all types of music. Though she was quiet, Alice enjoyed laughter and her family. Alice was preceded in death by her parents, nine sisters, and three brothers. Alice leaves to cherish her memories: one sister, Ruth Thompson Brock; nieces, nephews, a host of other relatives and friends.