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Homer Lee Thompson, Jr.
Carrollton & Farmers Branch
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Homer Lee Thompson, Jr.
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1954 The Roar
R. L. Turner High School
Carrollton, Dallas Co., Texas
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OBITUARY
 Homer Lee Thompson
March 10, 1936
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December 20, 2025
IN THE CARE OF
Metrocrest
Funeral
Home & Hilltop Memorial Park
Homer Lee
Thompson
Jr., age 89, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025. He was born
on March 10, 1936, in Dallas, Texas, and spent most of his life in
Carrollton, Texas, a town that became home not just by address, but by
heart. Homer was truly a man who never met a stranger. Whether greeting
employees at his favorite local spots on Saturday mornings, lending a
hand with small tasks like making coffee, or striking up conversations
wherever he went, Homer had a gift for making people feel seen, valued,
and welcome. His kindness was genuine, his laughter contagious, and his
presence unforgettable. He was preceded in death by his parents, Homer
Lee Thompson Sr. and Rhoda Francis; his brother, Jimmy Thompson; his
sister, Geri Laeder, and her husband Wayne Laeder; his former wife and
the mother of his children, Paula Kay Thompson; his son-in-law, Jamal
Hutcherson; and his brothers-in-law, Larry Watson and Bill Watson, and
Bill’s wife Jeanette Watson. Homer is survived by his beloved wife,
Dianna Thompson; his children, Tracey Hutcherson, Scott Thompson and
his wife Carmen, and Marc Thompson; his wife’s son, Mike Alexander and
his wife Lee Ann Alexander; his grandchildren,
Joni
Hutcherson, Micah Hutcherson, Jorden Thompson, Cheyenne Thompson, Emma
Thompson, Brooke Alexander, Lauren Alexander, and Blake Alexander;
along with 15 nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved deeply and took
great pride in. Homer graduated from Carrollton High School and proudly
served his country in the United States Army for three years as
a
radio operator, including time stationed in Germany. On December 7,
1962, Homer married Paula Kay Watson. They shared more than 50 years of
marriage, raising three children together and building a life rooted in
family, hard work, and faith until Paula’s passing. In late 2016, Homer
met Dianna Alexander, and the two were married on December 26, 2016.
They spent nine
happy years
together, full of companionship, laughter, and love.
Homer spent
most of
his working career in heating and air conditioning. He owned and
operated Thompson and Sons for a time before later joining Jim Otto at
Otto Heat and Air. His customers loved him, not just for his skill, but
for the joy he brought into their homes. Homer retired in 2008, leaving
behind not just satisfied customers, but lasting friendships. He was a
devoted Mason, holding membership in both the Carrollton and Farmers
Branch Masonic Lodges, serving in many leadership roles and proudly
serving as Master of the Farmers Branch Lodge. Homer enjoyed fishing,
camping, traveling, and marksmanship, but after retirement, one of his
greatest joys was spending time at the Carrollton Senior Center, where
he made many dear friends and continued doing what he loved
most, connecting with people.
A man of deep
and
abiding faith, Homer loved his church families at First Baptist
Carrollton and Bent Tree Bible Fellowship. He faithfully served as a
greeter at both churches, taught 9th-grade boys Sunday School, attended
Bible studies, participated in the men’s prayer breakfast, and sang in
the choir for many years. His
servant’s
heart and
steady presence were a blessing to all who knew him. Homer will be
remembered for his unwavering faith, generous spirit, joyful
conversations, and boundless love for his family
and
community. His legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched simply
by showing up with kindness, a helping hand, and a welcoming smile. |
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MILITARY INFORMATION
U.S. Army
Name: Homer L.
Thompson Jr.
Place of Birth:
Dallas, TX
Personal History:
High School -
Carrollton High School (1949-1954). Graduated.
Elementary School -
Dallas and Farmers Branch
Naval reserve while
in High School - 1 year, 5 months + 14 days
Enlisted in Army
(1954-1957)
Place of
Recruitment: Dallas, TX
Branch of Service:
Army
Military Occupation:
Battalion level radio operator. Macos? (forgot).
Service History,
Stateside or Abroad:
Basic training in
Fort Bliss, TX.
Radio School Camp,
Gordon, Georgia
TDY Fort Dix N.J.
October (?)
Heidelberg, Germany - 22 months
Served at Mars
Station at Hammond Barracks for remainder of tour
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THOMPSON
HOMER LEE - MAR 10, 1936 - DEC 20, 2025
PAULA KAY - JUNE 6, 1940 - JULY 20, 2013
Hilltop
Memorial Park, Carrollton, Dallas County, Texas
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