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Helen Thompson Obituary

Helen Monroe Thompson GREENVILLE, SC - Helen Monroe Thompson, 64, died at home on February 11, 2015 after a long struggle with breast cancer. Helen was born on September 26, 1950 in Statesboro, GA, to parents Dr. Shelby Hardy Monroe and Helen Enecks Monroe. She was an elementary school teacher for many years, after graduating from Georgia Southern University with a teaching degree. After settling in Mt. Pleasant, SC and taking an extended break as a stay-at-home mom, Helen went back to school for her Masters in Library Science degree and worked as the Media Specialist at Haut Gap Middle School on Johns Island for many years. She reluctantly retired shortly after her breast cancer returned in 2006, and moved to Greenville to be closer to family and her beloved North Carolina mountain home. Helen was an avid reader and writer, having published some short works and a textbook on information literacy. She also enjoyed spending time with family, especially in the mountains or at the beach. Helen is survived by her husband of 40 years, A. Scott 'Scotty' Thompson; daughter, Susan Thompson Carlson and husband, Scott; son, Scott Monroe Thompson and wife Laura; grandchildren, Leah Carlson, Kathryn Carlson, Charlie Thompson and a granddaughter, due in March, all of Greenville. She is also survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Mary Frances and Harrywood Gray, of Bainbridge, Georgia, a brother and sister-in-law, Shelby and Betty Monroe, of Fairview, Tennessee and other family and friends. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 13, 2015 at 10:30am at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home at 639 North Main Street in Greenville. Reverend Maggie Beamguard of First (Scots) Presbyterian Church of Charleston will be officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 9:30am. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Gentiva Hospice or the charity of one's choice. The family wishes to thank Dr. Mark O'Rourke and the staff of the GHS Cancer Institute for their years of treatment and nurses Charlette Jordan and Georgette Johnson for their excellent home care and friendship. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Feb. 11 to Feb. 12, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Helen Thompson

22 Entries

Susan Henley

February 20, 2015

I was so terribly sorry to hear that Helen lost her fight with cancer. She and I wrote a book together on Information Literacy and we worked closely together for 2 years on that project. I lost touch with her when you all moved. She was a sweet, fun and intelligent woman and she will be missed. I pray for peace and comfort for your family.

Sara E. Allen

February 18, 2015

Scotty and family, I am so sorry to hear about Helen...I know she fought the good fight for so long. I still think of her as "Little" Helen and your mom as "Big" Helen. You are in my prayers.

February 15, 2015

Scotty,
We are thinking of you and the family at this time. We have
good memories of your and Helen's visit to Franklin.
Peggy & Jerry Odom (Shelby's brother in law).

February 14, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Your family remains in our thoughts and prayers.
Ferneys

Delores Schweitzer

February 14, 2015

I remember Helen fondly from USC graduate school and fun trips to Columbia to attend classes. She was such an intellegent and lovely lady. Your family is in my prayers.

Georgette Johnson

February 14, 2015

Thompson Family
I looked forward to seeing both Helen & Scotty every week. The storys jokes; laughing; smiles. Scotty, Susan, Scott & grandchildren I will keep you in my prayers.

Heyward Robbins

February 13, 2015

so sorry..she was a special girl

Bill Neville

February 13, 2015

One of my first friends after moving to Georgia, Helen was a sweet and gentle soul whose friendship I treasured during high school and college years. My wish is for peace and blessings to her family and the other friends who were touched by her special spirit.

Anne Atkins

February 13, 2015

So sorry to hear of your loss WI'll be praying for you and your family.

Tracey Fowler

February 13, 2015

Scotty,
Mom and I are thinking of you. Helen was a fighter and was NOT going to let this cancer beat her. We loved making friends with you and Helen. We love you and send our prayers. Carl told us about Helen. He cares so much got guys as we do too. Your NC Mountain friends...
Phyllis and Tracey

Linda Campbell Comiskey

February 13, 2015

So very sorry for your loss, Scotty. Blessings to you & your family.

Bryan & Joy Beacham

February 12, 2015

Scotty, All of our lives have been blessed just from having known Helen. I will miss all of those visits with Helen on my way to the reunions. You and your family will be in our prayers.

Chuck and Betty McConnell

February 12, 2015

So sorry for your loss.

Lynn Hillyer

February 12, 2015

Scotty,
So sorry to hear of Helen's passing. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and peace.

Becky Buchanan Reynolds

February 12, 2015

Dear Scottie,
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Helen. We remember fun times of us all in Barnwell back in the late 70's before we all moved away. You and the children and grandchildren are in our prayers. Mom passed away Tuesday and her service is tomorrow too. Lots of love to you. Becky and Benjie

Bill & Carolyn Bennett Broucek

February 12, 2015

We are saddened to learn of Helen's death. We remember our friendship during our high school and college years with great fondness. May you find comfort in knowing that others share in your great loss of such a wonderful woman as Helen.

February 12, 2015

We are sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family.

Sherry and Roland Trivett

Bobby & Nancy Creech

February 12, 2015

Scottie, you and yours will surely be in our prayers. Haven't seen you in a long time but keep up through Buddie and Ann. Please accept our deepest condolences to you and all who loved Helen so much.

February 12, 2015

Scottie...it breaks my heart to learn of Helen's death. My thoughts and prayers and deepest sympahpthy go out to you and your children.
-susan Owens creamer, Anderson, SC.

Marion & June Watson

February 12, 2015

Scott - our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family.

Steve Darby

February 12, 2015

My heart is so heavy. I remember Helen fondly. Sixty-four is too young. But I know she is with God and at peace, free from pain and discomfort. May God's peace be with the family and remain with you.

Clyde & Carlin Timmons

February 12, 2015

Scott, I was so sorry to hear about Helen's death. You are still missed and remembered fondly in the lowcountry.

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