Beverly Lois Thompson

Beverly Lois Thompson, 99, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021 at Advocate South Suburban Hospital. She is the beloved wife of the late George W. Thompson, who she married in 1945 in Joliet; Loving mother of George W. (Leesa) Thompson, Jr. and Christine Ann (Earl) Russell; Cherished grandmother of Randy Thompson, David Thompson, Angela Russell and Kandi Russell; Devoted great-grandmother of 11. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oliver Bermond and Edith Gladys Simpson, twin brothers, Orwan and Arthur Simpson, and her sister, Barbara Smith who passed away in 2020 at age 100! Beverly was born in Cashmere, Washington and came to Illinois as an adult. She had her degree in education and spent her career teaching in the Orland Park Elementary School district, retiring in the mid 1960’s. She was a member of the Eastern Star. In keeping with her wishes, private cremation rites will be accorded. Family and friends are encouraged to sign the online guestbook and leave a condolence message at www.midwestmortuary.com  Arrangements entrusted to Midwest Mortuary Service. Info. (708) 478-3546