Edward Lewis Thompson

Edward Lewis Thompson

Veteran, African American, Community Servant

Born in Canton on June 22, 1919, Edward Lewis Thompson was a dedicated member of his community, as his motto in life was to “never stop learning.” He served his community for 57 years as a deacon in the Pleasant Grove Baptist church. This was a man who was more than dedicated to the success of young people and his community. As a member of the Boy Scouts, Civitan and Joy Clubs, a superintendent of the Sunday school congress, and a man who supported missionary’s. He deserves to be commemorated after such a record of service to the community.

author of description Kalvin Creiger, photographer Kate Kretchmer

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Ann Miller Woodford

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