Wayne Lee Thompson

June 26, 1935 – July 13, 2025

Wayne Lee Thompson, age 90 of Wirtz passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025. He was born June 26, 1935, a son of the late Robert and Louella Strauss Thompson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Catherine “Betsy” Thompson; brother, Roger Thompson; and sisters, Kay Pettit, Virginia Brizendine and Rebecca Rush. Surviving are his daughter, Lisa Thompson; sister, Peggy Campbell; brothers, Troy Thompson and Jerry Thompson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at Flora Funeral Chapel, 1:00 p.m. Friday, July 18, 2025 with Pastor Joe Dillon officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. His family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.

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