Phillip Benjamin Thompson, 69, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 4, 2023, in Beaumont, Texas. His beloved family was by his side after a bravely fought ten-year battle with cancer.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon Hector Maldonado.
Visitation will take place prior to the service beginning at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Norfolk, Virginia, on June 16, 1953, he was the son of Benjamin Crable Thompson and Florence (Thibodeaux) Thompson. Phillip was a man of great faith and a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. He was employed at the Medical Center of Southeast Texas as a skilled Licensed Vocational Nurse. Phillip was the oldest of 6 and was responsible for teaching his siblings all about classic rock music and Ford Mustang cars. He was a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America and was recognized as a member of the Order of the Arrow. During his free time, Phillip enjoyed fishing, barbequing, and watching his favorite Houston Astros. He loved taking trips to the beach and spending time with his dear family. Phillip’s loved ones will treasure their memories of him and will miss him deeply.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ben Thompson and Florence Thibodeaux; and baby sister, Clarisse Thompson.
He is survived by his wife of nearly 47 years, Betty Tallant Thompson of Orange; son, James Thompson of Orange; daughters, Clarissa Thompson of Austin, Texas and Kayleigh Thompson and partner, Jay Martinez of Austin; siblings, Greg Thompson and wife, Susan of Orange, Suzanne Thompson of Beaumont, Bruce Thompson and wife, Crystal of Orange, and Mark Thompson of Beaumont; and brother-in-law, John Tallant and wife, Gwen; all of his many nieces and nephews; along with numerous other loving family and friends.
Serving as honorary pallbearers are Greg Thompson, Mark Thompson, Suzanne Thompson, John Tallant, Bruce Thompson, and Jay Martinez.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to American Cancer Society: P.O. Box 6704
Hagerstown, Maryland 21741.
Condolences
Moriah Guffey
June 14, 2023
He taught me how to start IVs and how to do it well, when I was just a fresh LVN on Med/Surg. He made nursing seem less intimidating and less scary for me as a new nurse. He always had the time to help and to make sure I jumped in there and got comfortable with the nursing skills I was not comfortable with or knowledgeable with. He knew when I didn’t understand a concept and he took the time to make sure that I did understand it before he walked away, likely to go help another that needed him. He taught me so much about hospital nursing and for that, I will never forget him and will always be grateful I got to work with Phillip. The amount of lives he brought comfort to are immeasurable, as are the variety of ways in which he did so. There’s a handful of nurses that in a nurse’s career, she can look back on and smile, knowing the groundbreaking positive influence they had on her nursing career and where she is at today. And Phillip will always be one of those few nurses I count in that group, for me.
David P Thompson
June 12, 2023
Our prayers go out to all of the Texas Cousins and family.
David P Thompson
Anonymous
June 7, 2023
Divine Peace Bouquet was purchased for the family of Phillip Benjamin Thompson.
Tisha Calderon
June 6, 2023
Sending my prayers and Condolences to the Thompson Family.
Lisa Jill Thompson
June 6, 2023
Lisa Jill Thompson lit a candle in memory of Phillip Benjamin Thompson
Stacey Crumpler
June 6, 2023
My sincere condolences to Phillips family. Phillip was a true Angel nurse to my mother during her declining years. Each time she was admitted to the hospital, she would request to be placed wherever Phillip could be her nurse. When she became paralyzed and bedridden at home, he would even stop by my parents house in Bridge City on his way home just to see how they were doing and visit for a few minutes. That meant more than Phillip would ever know!! I even bought my twin boys first care from him all those years ago. Rest in peace Phillip :dove_of_peace:️
Fr. Kevin L. Badeaux
June 6, 2023
Dear Thompson Family, My sincere condolences and prayers. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord.. In Christ's love, Fr. Kevin L. Badeaux