Carolyn Orr Thompson

Carolyn Orr Thompson of Atlanta passed away peacefully on September 28. 2015. Carolyn was born on December 02, 1918 in Cumming, GA. Her husband of sixty years, Patrick Malone Thompson, preceded her in death, as did her sisters Christine Welchel and Judith Orr of Dunwoody, GA. Carolyn had a thirty-five year career at the Southern Railway, retiring in 1979. She is survived by her daughters Patricia Sheldon of Blairsville, GA, and Donna Burbank Douglas of Atlanta, GA; four grandchildren, Michael Sheldon Teri of Norcross, GA., Todd Sheldon Shelley of Roswell, GA, and John and Sadie Burbank of Los Angeles, CA; great grandchildren Alexander and Abigail Sheldon of Roswell, GA; and, niece Jan Richardson Alan of Dunwoody. During a long retirement she and her husband enjoyed travel to various parts of North America, Hawaii, and Europe, and enjoyed time in Florida for several years before returning to live in Atlanta. One of her great joys was to see “Elvis” perform in person on several occassions. For the last decade Carolyn resided at The William Breman Jewish Home. The family wishes to express their eternal gratitude to the entire staff for their endless love and care during these years. A family graveside service will be held a future date. In lieu of flowers those wishing to do so may contribute to The Eve Levine Staff Support Fund at The William Breman Jewish Home, 3150 Howell Mill Road, N W, Atlanta, GA. 30327.