ELIZABETH THOMPSON Obituary

Elizabeth Dickerson "Betty" Thompson

Elizabeth Dickerson "Betty" Thompson, 91, died peacefully at home on Thursday July 7.

Betty was born on August 6, 1919 in Winchester, Va to Helen Bailey Dickerson and Hugh Lee Dickerson. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Hugh Reid Thompson, Jr.

She is survived by her three daughters Susan Thompson Timmons (John Andrews Timmons Jr.), Elizabeth Thompson Lyon, and Janice Thompson Dow (George Vair Turnbull Dow III); five grandchildren, Reid Thompson Wilburn, Hugh Ashton Lyon, Allan Augustus Hoffman III, George Vair Turnbull Dow IV, and Elizabeth Brooks Lyon; and four great-grandchildren.

Betty lived almost her entire life in Richmond. She was educated in the Richmond Public schools, and then studied at the Traphagen School of Fashion in New York City and Richmond Professional Institute (now VCU). For many years she was actively involved in Girl Scout program at First Presbyterian Church, as a troop leader and area coordinator.

She continued to pursue her love of art her entire life, as a painter, furniture craftsman and miniaturist. She attended numerous art courses and clinics locally, nationally and abroad, was a charter member of the Tuckahoe Artist Association, and was a member of and played active role with the James River Art League and the Virginia Miniature Enthusiasts Society, and the Tuckahoe Woman's Club, where she won many awards for her art works. She was also a member of The Woman's Club.

The family wishes to express gratitude to caregivers Catherine Smith and Mary Sample, Meals on Wheels and Hospice of Virginia. The family will receive friends from 6pm to 8pm Monday July 11 at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., Richmond, Va.

A graveside service will be held 11 am Tuesday July 12 at Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond, Va..

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels or Hospice of Virginia.