James "Jimmy" A. Thompson, age 73

James "Jimmy" A. Thompson, age 73, of Rutherfordton, NC, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 10, 2024.

A native of Rutherford County, Jimmy was the son of the late James "Bird" Thompson, and the late Maggieleen Owens Thompson. In addition to his parents Jimmy was preceded in death by one sister and brother-in-law, Joy Thompson Hoyle and Billy Hoyle.

Jimmy was a gifted carpenter and musician who could build or play anything. He devoted his life to serving Christ through the gift of music. Some of his favorite times were singing with Vision and leading his church choir at Piney Knob Baptist Church for over 40 years.

Left to cherish Jimmy's memory is his daughter, Jennifer Crosby and husband Jason, his son, Brian Thompson and wife Heather, one sister, Rose Mary Weathers and her late husband A.J., four grandchildren, , and one great-granddaughter.

The funeral service was held at Piney Knob Baptist Church January 14 with Rev. Casey Stockton officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Piney Knob Baptist Church Youth Group, 1534 Piney Knob Rd., Rutherfordton NC, 28139.