Throughout her life she enjoyed reading, cooking, gardening, University of Arkansas sports, politics, sewing, quilting and crafts. She was certified as a Master Gardener and won awards for her needlework.
She was an active member of the Drew Memorial Hospital Auxiliary until her health caused her to retire. She was named outstanding member of the auxiliary in 2007. Nell also took great pleasure in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include one son, Ray Thompson and wife Marilyn of Tyler, TX; one sister, Laverne Lytle Quimby of Monticello; one nephew, Kerry Hackney of Monticello; two grandsons, Eric Ryan Thompson and wife Elyse of Denver, CO and Brian Lytle Thompson and wife Erin of Gurnee, IL; three great-grandchildren, Chase, Reid and Miller; two cousins, Ann Lytle Rabb and Ronnie Lytle both of Monticello; and a special thank you to her caregiver, Debra Williams of Monticello.
Funeral service will be 10:00 AM, Friday, July 31 at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home with burial to follow in Mt. Tabor Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday night at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Drew Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, 778 Scogin Dr., Monticello, AR 71655. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(7)
Marsha & Bill Daniels
Monticello, AR Monday, August 3, 2015 To Nell's family we extend our deepest sympathy. We first met her when she returned to Monticello and attended church with us at First Presbyterian. Bill was running for a judgeship, and Nell was a big help with the campaign going door to door and advising us. She became a great friend. Ray, we often heard about you and are sorry we never got to meet. Unfortunately, a death in our own family prevented us from attending your mother's service, but we were thinking of you. Nell was one of our favorite people and will be greatly missed.Joan Adair
Monticello, AR Saturday, August 1, 2015 So sad to see you go. I will miss you we had a good time . R. I. P. joanNona Dumas
Hot Springs, AR Friday, July 31, 2015 I am the retired branch manager of the Monticello library and grew to know Nell, who frequented the library. She was a lovely lady, always with a smile. Since I lived fairly close to her, I would bring books to her when she was no longer able to come to town. She will be greatly missed.Hazel Potts
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 30, 2015 Dear Mrs. Laverne and FamilyI was sorry to hear of your sister passing.My deepest sympathy to the family. May you find comfort in the arms of our beloved Savior. Our prayers are with the family
Hazel and Alan
NAN CARTER
MONTICELLO, AR Thursday, July 30, 2015 MISS LAVERNE AND FAMILY.. I'M SO SORRY TO LEARN OF YOUR LOSS.. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME AND GIVE YOU PEACE IN YOUR HEART.. I KNOW NOTHING CAN FILL THE VOID LEFT BY THIS LOSS.. BUT HER LOVE AND SPIRIT WILL LIVE FOREVER..Missy Rushing
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 30, 2015 A bright shiny star has left our midst but now she is shining for all the world to see. I pray Ms. Nell rest in peace and light perpetual shine upon her..Jim Glennon
Wilmar, AR Thursday, July 30, 2015 Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with the family in this time.