Francis "Leroy" Thompson, 68, of California, MD, passed away at Georgetown University Hospital on November 17, 2012. He was born on June 10, 1944 in Leonardtown, MD to the late Catherine Frances Russell and Joseph Zach Thompson.

He was retired as a contractor for the government. He also worked for Honeywell for 20+ years.

He enjoyed playing pool, working with electronics and spending time with his family.

Leroy is survived by his wife, Teresa Thompson of California, MD; his daughters, Tracy Dickerson (Danny) of Mechanicsville, MD, Frankie Suite (Wayne) of Mechanicsville, MD, Karen Carty (Charles) of Mechanicsville, MD, and Marianne DuBell (Joseph) of Sandford, FL; his brothers, Joseph Wilson Thompson, James Howard Thompson, David Lawrence Thompson; his step-daughters, Chrissy Ostenso (Steven) and Kathy Meagher; 17 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces & nephews.

Private arrangements are being handled by Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622.

You may contact the family for information on the "Remembrance of Life" celebration.

In Lieu of Flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Hospice of St. Mary's, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.