RAYMOND HOWARD THOMPSON

ABBEVILLE - Funeral services officiated by Rev. Matthew Barzare will be held
at 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home,
honoring the life of Ray Howard Thompson, 85, who passed away on
December 14, 2025, at his residence. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul
Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Darrin Thompson, Scott Thompson,
Joseph Thompson, Peter Thompson, Donovan Thompson, and Stuart Mouton.
Honorary pallbearers will be Austin Mouton and Dave Barras.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home on Saturday from 11:00
AM until the time of services. A rosary will be prayed at 1:00 PM.
Ray Thompson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and respected engineer,
passed away surrounded by loved ones on December 14, 2025. A proud
veteran of the United States Air Force and a leader in the maritime industry,
Ray’s life was marked by service, adventure, and devotion to family. He shared
his zest for life through countless journeys, from the bayous of Louisiana to
the depths of the ocean.
Ray will be remembered most for his unwavering love for Lois, his wife of 59
years, and for the joy and wisdom he gave to his children, grandchildren, and
all who knew him. His legacy of integrity, innovation, and love will live
forever.
He is survived by his wife, Mary “Lois” Thompson; two sons, Darrin Keith
Thompson and his wife, Angie of Houma, and Scott Matthew Thompson and
his wife, Samantha Hollier Thompson of Katy, TX; seven grandchildren,
Donovan Thompson and his wife Katie, Joseph Thompson, Peter Thompson,
Sydney Thompson, Drew Thompson, Emily Thompson, and Eleni Marceaux
and her husband Collin; and four great grandchildren, Kambrie Thompson,
Aric Thompson, Alora Marceaux, and Eli Marceaux.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard Thompson and the former
Arlene Anna Letendre; and sisters and brothers-in-law, Ethel and Harold
Mouton, Warren and Penny Barras, Carrol Barras, Rose Barras, and sister,
Beatrice Oubre.
The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to Nursing
Specialties (NSI) and nurse Lacey Carrigee for their professionalism,
dedication, and compassionate care. We would also like to recognize Ray’s
home care person, Marsha Menard, for her kindness, compassion, and
devoted care.

Following services, a gathering of friends and family will take place at St.
Theresa's Catholic Church Community Center, 101 N. Leonard Ave. Abbeville
La. 70510, from 3:30 PM until 5:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers , donations may be sent to St. Jude's Hospital or Alzheimer's
association.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home -
Abbeville (337) 893-4661.