Helen Thompson

Obituary For Helen Thompson

Sister Helen Brown Thompson, daughter of the late Mr. Garfield M. Brown and the late Mrs. Bertha S. Brown was born August, 8, 1948 in Guilford County, NC. She departed this life on Monday, August, 24, 2020. Sister Thompson confessed Christ at an early age at St. James Methodist Church in Sedalia, NC. After several years in Greensboro, she joined Faith, Hope and Charity Holiness Church. She was a faithful and dedicated member for over 30 years. She later became a member of Genesis Baptist Church , where she served as the president of the Pastor’s Aide. She was a devoted member of Genesis and served where she could, even during times of sickness. Sister Thompson graduated from Sedalia Public School and later received a business degree from GTCC. She was the owner and operator of Aladdin Beauty & Barber Supply, Inc. for 30 years. She was affectionately known to her customers as “Ms. Aladdin”. She was a loving and caring person who enjoyed helping others. She had a strong commitment to her family and was a “Mother” figure to so many. She unselfishly, lovingly and willingly cared for her great-nephew, Noah every day for his 1st, two years of life while Tennille worked. Even during times of sickness, she would still try to care for Noah. She was Noah’s “Mimi” and he was her “Suga Booga”! She was a devoted wife, spiritual mentor, friend and confidante. She always thought of others before herself. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Thompson, her one and only sister, Geneva B. Presley and her mother, Bertha S. Brown. Her memory is cherished by: her nieces, Shauna P. Campbell (Donald) of High Point, NC, Tennille Presley of Jamestown, NC; great-nephew, Noah Grady; goddaughter, Tajuana Daughtry of Charlotte, NC; two grandsons, Brandon and Bryson Daughtry of Charlotte, NC; brother-in-law, Jerome Presley of Greensboro, NC; special daughters and sons, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, devoted friends and family. She will greatly be missed by all who knew and loved her for the kindness she showed throughout her life. A special thank you to Camille Miller who showed such love, care and support; taking her to appointments and doing whatever she needed to have done. Also, thank you to Cone Health Cancer Center team and Authora Care. A private graveside service honoring her life will be held Saturday August 29, 2020 at Lakeview Memorial Park.