Delores D. Thompson

Passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at the age of 83.

She was born in Lima, St. James Parrish, and Jamaica on November 2, 1929 to the parents of Iris Shaw and Andrew Duhaney. She never had the opportunity to know her mother, as she passed away when she was a child. She was raised by her maternal grandparents. Delores accepted Christ as her personal savior as a child and lived a life to glorify God.

She left Jamaica in 1957 with members of her family to pursue an opportunity to work with the land developers of the Grand Bahamas Island. She married Owen Thompson in 1961 and this union produced one son, Everton Richard Thompson. During her time in the Bahamas, she managed a boutique in Lucaya.

She moved to the states in 1979 and started a new life for herself and her son. Delores worked as a Licensed Practical nurse for over 25 years in Miami. She was loved dearly by her patients and their families as she put her heart into their care. She remained close to many of her patients family members for years after their passing.

Delores was an active women who loved cooking, gardening and spoiling her grandchildren. She loved her soap operas, especially General Hospital. She served as a volunteer in her community and church. She was an active member of Miami Shores Presbyterian Church for over 30 years. She always put others needs before her own. She was a mother figure to many who needed the nurturing and guidance of a mother.

Delores was a strong, independent and driven woman who set an example for all on how to live your life and honor Christ. She gave generously to many charities and was always there to support those who were in need.

There are no words to express our gratitude to her as a Mother. We will forever miss her words of wisdom and guidance.

She is survived by her loving Children, Richard (Sherry) Thompson of Plantation, Florida, Johnny (deceased) and Tony; Grandchildren Christopher, Kayla, Joscelyn, Rory, Warren, Jerry and Michael and a host of nieces and nephews.

"Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Psalm 6:68