Thompson, Edna Magdeline
Birth: Tuesday, April 17, 1923
Residence: Mechanicsville, Maryland
Death: Saturday, July 16, 2011 at the age of 88
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Edna M. Thompson, 88 of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away on July 16 at The Hermitage at St. John's Creek, Solomon's, MD. She was born on April 17 to the late Zack and Mary Lillian (Hill) Pilkerton.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, George A Thompson, Sr.

She is survived by her children Viola Evans, George A, Jr. (Dorothy), Betty Oliver (Bill), Cathy Pfeiffer (Mike), Gene (Connie), Sue Shirley, and Melissa Lewis (Orrin), all of St. Mary's County. She is also survived by 23 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.

Edna was a lifelong St. Mary's resident who dedicated her life to her family. She was born into a large, extended family with 13 brothers and sisters. She worked tobacco fields with her family over many years. She loved gardening, cooking, and being Grandma. After her children left home, she continued to care for grandchildren, making a difference in their lives through her patience and caring. There were always extras at the table whether for gathering in crops, working in the saw mill, or just visiting. She never turned anyone away. Her quiet demeanor and positive outlook was inspirational to all she met. She made holidays special for her children and grandchildren with delicious meals and desserts. Most recently, she resided at the Hermitage in Solomons, fondly known as Miss Edna. Her smile lit up a room and brightened many lives.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 21, from 5 to 8 PM with prayers being recited at 7 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Mass celebrating her life will be held on Friday at 10AM in Immaculate Conception Church in Mechanicsville, MD with Fr. John Caulfield officiating. Pallbearers for Mrs. Thompson will be some of her grandchildren – Charlie Evans, Bobby Evans, Rick Oliver, Chris Oliver, Wes Thompson, and John Shirley. Other grandchildren will serve as honorary pallbearers in honor of their beloved Grandma.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, National Capital Area Chapter, 213 E. Charles Street, P. O. Box 1889, La Plata, MD 20646.

Arrangements by Mattingly-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
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