Velma Chole Thompson

January 11, 1947 - July 12, 2020

Mrs. Velma Chole Thompson daughter of the late Herman and Mary Giles, was born on July 11, 1949 in Johnson City, TN. She departed this earthly life for life eternal on Sunday July 12, 2020 at Erwin Healthcare Center. She was 73 years of age. Velma matriculated in schools receiving her Bachelor’s degree in Science at Franklin University in Columbus, Ohio and graduated with honors receiving her Master’s degree in Public Health at ETSU University in Johnson City, TN. And pursue her career as a Register Nurse and worked in administration. Velma preceded in death by her parents Herman and Mary Giles and husband Joseph Thompson and brother Steven Giles. Surviving her departure with cherished memories, include her children; Steven Taylor of Danville,Virginia, Karen Newton of Memphis, Tennessee, Joseph Thompson of Kingsport, Tennessee, and Marcus Thompson of Kingsport, Tennessee. Surviving 10 grandchildren; Marqain Foster, Tonisa Jordan, Tamissa Pierce, Ahmad Lovell, Annisha Moore, T.J Buley, Wesley Gibson Brandon Taylor, Sydney Taylor, and Hannah Taylor. Velma also had 5 great grandchildren. We would like to give a special thanks to Erwin Health Care doctors and nurses. And to our family and dearest friends, thank you for all your prayers and your support. The Thompson Family