Gertrude Clara Thompson Rich Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Gertrude Clara Thompson Rich of Durham, North Carolina, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Gertrude Clara Thompson left this world on May 14, 2024 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gertrude Clara Thompson Rich to show support.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Gertrude Clara Thompson may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Grover Thompson and Daisy Thompson; her sons, Jimmy "Buck" Rich and Ricky W. Rich; and her sisters, Marjorie T. Gibbs and Margaret T. McKellar.
She is survived by: her husband Jimmy Douglas Rich; her daughters, Joyce Beasley (James), Gail Rich-Smith (Don) and Linda Rich Lazenby (Bill); and her grandchildren, James Beasley, Jr., Cody D. Rich (Eddy Marie), Brandi L. Beasley and Steven W. Rich (Melanie). She is also survived by 8 great grandchildren and other loving family members.
