Gregory Funeral Service | Gastonia, NC

Obituary For Dorothy Hardin Thompson

Ms. Dorothy May Hardin Thompson was born December 15, 1923 and completed her life’s journey on Wednesday; May 26, 2021 at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, North Carolina.

She was a resident of Union City, New Jersey for more than fifty years. During that time, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. Consequently, mastering a long term tenure with Christ Hospital, Jersey City, New Jersey which anchored her career path. She married a clinical physician: Dr. Earl Thompson, who preceded her in death. She created designer hats by Dorothy and co-owned a shop on Main Street in Gastonia where her hats were in demand. As a mothering auntie to a host of her great nieces and nephews, she was a spark of tenacity.

She was preceded in death by her mother: Lavlette Hardin and her father: Ernest Hardin.

She leaves to mourn and cherish her memories to her beloved sister: Vera Feaster; nieces: Maxine Adams and Garnell Feaster of Gastonia, North Carolina and Antonia Bartholomew (Edward) of Las Vegas, Nevada and nephew: Bradley Feaster (Janice) of Gastonia, North Carolina and other relatives.

A private memorial is being planned in Mid June.

Guest Book

Aunt Dorothy, Thank you for being a beautiful beacon of light full of love! Your legacy of warmth, optimism, laughter, fun and family will live on and will be cherished. Our lives are richer and inspired because of you. Love, D'Ericka , Devron, Bree and Parker Stevenson

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We loved the Spirit of Ms. Dorothy. She added so much joy, love & happiness at family gatherings. We will cherish the wonderful memories. Polk/Cagle Family, Albemarle, NC

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Aunt Dorothy, We miss your lively spirit, your laughter, dancing, and especially your hugs. The words you spoke "you make me so happy" Every time we saw you up until the last time we saw you will remain in our minds and hearts. Love, Tony and Tanika

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Aunt Dorothy, as I reflect on the 98years of blessings that God allowed you to be with us, I can only say we were beyond blessed. You lived a life filled with excitement, laughter, joy, dancing and making all that encountered your atmosphere, smile. Though your transition has been difficult for our family, your legacy of giving and helping others will remain a constant and we will continue to carry the mantle that you have passed on to us!!!! You will Always and Forever be in our Hearts and Daily Thoughts!!! Love, your great-niece Sophia

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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