David Jay Thompson

Dr. David Thompson was a man who loved loving. Even though his 6’3” frame towered over most people he met, David had a gift for meeting people eye-to-eye whether family or stranger. His warm smile and twinkling blue eyes were windows to a soul filled with love for his kids Jessica and Zachary, his brother Kevin and his extended family. In fact, David lived for his kids. He took great pride in every little thing Jess and Zach did—from flips off a diving board, singing in church, baseball plays and running his Chiropractic Office. If there was an event for kids, David made sure he was there. He was fully invested in their lives.

And he loved his work as chiropractor. For long-timer or first time patients, it was the same experience. Dr. Thompson was more than a health care provider. No, for people who entered the clinic, David became a life-care provider. Instantly, he formed a bond rooted in his genuine interest in others. His profession wasn’t just a job; it was service, passion and human connection. Patients could fill books with stories of his compassion and generosity.

A gifted conversationalist, David enjoyed coaxing out details of the story of others rather than focusing on his own. David lived patiently—he knew good things take time. He lived kindly—he knew that words were the strongest medicine. He lived joyfully—he knew life was a gift of intention and attention.

Where most people look for hobbies to lose themselves in, David looked for those where he could find himself in. Getting his hands on a basketball, working out in the gym, following LSU sports and watching Saints football were a few of the areas where he found this renewal. And when he needed to rest and recharge his energy, he often headed north to the woods and mountains of Tennessee.

David’s departure from this life leaves a space, though one that isn’t empty. He leaves a space that burns brightly with the lifelight he lit so tenderly in those who miss him dearly. We know and find comfort, however, that God has called to David as he called to Moses, saying, “Good servant and shepherd, you have toiled and labored, now you are worthy of rest.”

David was born September 5, 1957 and passed away on Thursday March 20, 2014 at East Jefferson General Hospital.

Preceded in death by his parents, Ann Feser and Alvin Thompson and his brother, Steven Thompson.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service from City Church 13123 I-10 Service Rd. New Orleans, Louisiana on Saturday March 29, 2014 at 11:00 a.m.Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until time of services.

Interment will be private.

Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Dr. David Thompson Memorial fund c/o any branch of Capitol One Bank.

Online guest registry available at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com