Doris Jean Thompson Obituary

Doris Jean Thompson, age 94, of Modesto, California passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024.

Doris, or Jean as her family and friends knew her, was an avid reader, seamstress and quilter. Jean enjoyed these passions for most of her life until macular degeneration took her eyesight away. For many years she would make clothing for herself and her family. Doris was known for welcoming new babies into this world with one of her handmade quilts.

Doris is survived by her daughter, Kathy Thompson, sister Sarah James, brother Donald James (Cynthia), sister Faye Breshears, grandson Matthew Smernes, and great-granddaughter Coraline Butler.

Doris was preceded in death by her husband Hildred Thompson, sister Eva Wright, brother Basil James and parents Webber and Ica James.

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the staff at the Gardens of Modesto Memory Care for their kindness, support and care shown to Doris during her last years.

A service will be held for Doris on September 26th, 2024 at Lakewood Memorial Park and Funeral Home; 900 Santa Fe Rd, Hughson, CA 95326 at 1pm following a visitation at 11am.