Carolyn Thompson (Newberry), born on June 29, 1945, passed away on August 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of her family and all who knew her.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, John Crawford Newberry and Annie Pearl Newberry; her sister, Dorothy Watson (George); her son, Glenn Moran; and her husband, James Thompson. She was also preceded in death by her nieces and nephew, Pamela Osborne, Paula Osborne, John Ed Osborne, and Charlie Watson.
She is survived by her loving family, including her son, Richard Charles Moran (KayLou); her grandchildren, Patrick Moran, John Moran, and Megan Moran; her sister, Johnnie Newberry; her nieces and nephew, Karla Kay Steen, Krista Steen, and Rusty Steen; her sister, Bobbie McDiarmid (Mark); niece, Kellie Cleveland (Brandon); great-niece, Ava Cleveland; great-nephew, Jake Cleveland; niece, Ashlie McDiarmid (Colin); and nephew, Casey Watson.
Also surviving are her cousins, Richard Newberry (Mary), Grady Herron (Cliffa), and Peggy Anderson Herron (Leon).
Carolyn will be remembered for the love she gave so freely, the strength she carried throughout her life, and the lasting memories she created with her family and friends. Her presence brought warmth and meaning to those around her, and although her passing leaves a deep void, her love and legacy will continue to live on through her family and friends for generations to come.
Services will be held on August 24, 2026, at Restlawn Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer, El Paso, Texas.
Viewing: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Funeral Service: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
A graveside service will follow at 2:00 PM at Restlawn Memorial Park, 8700 Dyer, El Paso, Texas.
A Special Thank You
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Suki and Charlie for the exceptional care, compassion, and love they provided to Carolyn.
We are deeply blessed not only to have known you, but also that God brought you back into our lives during Carolyn’s time of need. Your kindness, dedication, and gentle care brought comfort and peace when it was needed most. Our family will be forever grateful for everything you did for Carolyn and for all of us.
Carolyn may be gone from our sight, but she will never be gone from our hearts. Her memory will remain a treasured part of our lives, and the love she gave will continue to live on through those who knew and loved her.
May she rest peacefully in the loving arms of our Lord.
Visitation will be held at Funeraria del Angel Restlawn, 8817 Dyer St, El Paso, Texas 79904, on August 24, 2026, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, followed by a Funeral Service at 1:00 pm at the same location.
Graveside Service will take place at Restlawn Memorial Park, 4848 Alps, El Paso, TX 79904, US, on August 24, 2026, at 2:00 pm.
