Dillon – Bobby Lee Thompson, 76, died Friday, January 27, 2017 at McLeod Medical Center in Dillon. Funeral services will be held Sunday, January 29, 2017, at 4:00 p.m. at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Visitation and reception will be held following the service at the church. A private interment will be held at a later time. Kannaday Funeral Home is assisting the family in Dillon, SC.
Mr. Thompson was born April 3, 1940 in Dillon County, South Carolina, the son of the late Don Devon and Madannie Hayes Thompson. He attended Manning Elementary School and Dillon High School. Bobby Lee was the Co-Owner and Operator of Cottingham Packing Company. Mr. Thompson was an avid Dillon Wildcat fan and loved Dillon County and his fellow citizens. Mr. Thompson served Dillon County as a volunteer fireman for fifty years. He was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church where he served in many capacities.
He is survived by his wife, Kathryn Dillon Thompson of the home; a dog named Sam; brother, Linwood “Mutt” Thompson of Florence, SC; special nephew, Sherwood “Digger” Thompson. Bobby Lee was predeceased by eight brothers and sisters.
Memorials may be made to Camp Pine Hill, 2096 Baptist Rd, Bennettsville, SC 29512 or a memorial of your choice.
You may sign the online guestbook at www.kannadayfuneralhome.com.
