Lucy Joan (Whiteman) Thompson, 88, of Laramie, passed away on January 7, 2022 in Laramie, Wyoming, after a lengthy battle with Dementia/Alzheimer. She was born on February 9,1933 in LeRoy, Wyoming, to Arthur and Zella (Lee) Whiteman. Lucy grew up and attended school in Evanston, Wyoming. After graduating from high school, she attended the University of Wyoming in Laramie where she met the love her of life Billy J. Thompson. They were married October 6,1956 in Evanston. They were sealed for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple June 10, 1973. They lived and raised their four daughters in Laramie.
Lucy owned and operated Lucy’s Daycare in her home for 45 years. She helped raise hundreds of children and loved each as her own. Many of the children have stayed in contact with her through the years and have even came back to ask for her “sloppy joes”!
She was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served in many positions throughout her lifetime. She loved sharing her faith and love for her Savior. Her home was always open to missionaries, students attending UW, friends, and family where they would come to sing, laugh, cry, and pray.
Lucy will always be remembered for her beautiful heart, listening ear and unconditional love. She never allowed you to leave her home without a special treat (or two)! She was known as grandma to many. She truly was a good and faithful servant.
She was greeted in heaven by her husband Billy, her parents, her daughter Cindy, brothers Jesse Whiteman and Bud Lee, sister Loretta Robertson, and a grandson Connor Johnson.
Lucy is survived by her daughters Linda (Pat) Flynn, of Laramie, Julie (Mark) Camerer of New Jersey, and Lisa Johnson of Laramie; her grandchildren Russell Henderson, Karla (Scott) Linhares, Stacey (Cody) Teal, Matthew (Lacy) Camerer, Michael Camerer, Andrew (Hannah) Johnson, Logan (Katie) Johnson, Sean (Amy) Flynn, and Casey (Jessica) Flynn; her great-grandchildren Russell Wayne Henderson, Ava Linhares, Zoey Camerer, Ensley Johnson, Deirdre Flynn, and Ronan Flynn; her sisters-in-law Kay Whiteman & Joan Johnson; and numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Funeral Services will be Friday, January 14, 2022 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 15th and Baker in Laramie, WY. There will be a viewing from 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. Services will start at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Greenhill Cemetery. Services will be livestreamed on Zoom. The Zoom link is: https://zoom.us/j/97314823829
Her loss will be felt by her family and all who knew her. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Laramie Downtown Clinic, Loving Locks c/o of Laramie Care Center, Shriners Hospitals for Children, or a charity of your choice in her name.
29 Comments To "Lucy Joan (Whiteman) Thompson"
#1 Comment By Anonymous On January 10, 2022 @ 6:46 pm
My deepest condolences to Lucy’s family, what a lovely woman with such a sweet and gentle soul. She will be greatly missed.
Lucy was a good friend of my mothers, she would often tell me how caring and generous Lucy was, as she touched so many lives. I loved visiting with her, what a sweetheart.
God bless you all
Jerri
#2 Comment By Ted Henson On January 10, 2022 @ 6:48 pm
I will miss are conversations and seeing you. I know you will be watching over all of us.
Love you
Ted
#3 Comment By Lanny Mauk On January 11, 2022 @ 7:33 am
My deepest condolences your mother was one of the best people I had the privilege to know
#4 Comment By Felicia Pretty On January 11, 2022 @ 4:33 pm
My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Felicia Pretty
#5 Comment By Traci Rinker On January 11, 2022 @ 8:14 pm
My deepest sympathies! I was one of the lucky children that got to be with Lucy! She is one of the kindest souls you will ever meet. She will be greatly missed! My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
#6 Comment By Sue Woirhaye On January 12, 2022 @ 7:41 am
Lucy will be missed by so very many people. She was one of the sweetest, kindest people to grace this earth. Rest in peace, Lucy.
#7 Comment By Tammy J Comer On January 12, 2022 @ 11:37 am
Linda, Julie, Lisa and Families,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was always so sweet and loving and was a great care taker to your grandma and dad. May your fond memories comfort you during this difficult time. She will be missed. Tammy (Niemoller) Comer
#8 Comment By Joan Moon On January 12, 2022 @ 12:42 pm
Lucy was a beautiful woman. We shared special times together. Our best to her family. Love, Chuck and Joan Moon
#9 Comment By Josh Kirkwood On January 12, 2022 @ 7:04 pm
My deepest condolences to the Thompson family on your loss. I loved my Lucy and she always loved me as “her Josh”. I don’t know what our family would have done without Lucy to be a second home for me throughout my childhood. So many of my dearest memories are of times spent at her house and I will never be able to thank her enough. Thank you for all of the years of love and care. God rest you, Lucy. You will be missed dearly.
Love you forever,
Josh Kirkwood
#10 Comment By Julieann and Jay Wright On January 12, 2022 @ 7:17 pm
God welcomed home one of his sweetest, loving and faithful souls. Rest in peace Lucy. Being reunited with her husband and other family must have been so joyous for her. She deseves that blessing and more. Her surviving family is such a beautiful legacy to honor her. I am so sorry for your loss and I am grateful to have known her.
#11 Comment By Mark Fanning On January 13, 2022 @ 7:26 am
Lucy was a special part of my life, words can’t describe the love she had in her heart for everyone. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
#12 Comment By Jane Whitson On January 13, 2022 @ 8:05 am
Lucy will be missed by so many loved ones, even her good friend in Tennessee! Soon after I made Lucy’s acquaintance about 10 years ago we became friends and before long, she felt like family. I treasure the times I spent with her and send love and prayers to her devoted family members.
#13 Comment By Arden Gillaspie On January 19, 2022 @ 8:37 am
I am very sorry for your loss. Lucy raised me and my brother and was the biggest part of my childhood. I would have loved to get one more of those amazing sloppy Joe’s again. She will be so deeply missed. She was such an amazing babysitter and person.
#14 Comment By Jane Whitson On January 13, 2022 @ 8:48 am
From almost the minute I met Lucy about 10 years ago, she felt like family. I will miss her and her kind and lovely spirit.
#15 Comment By Anonymous On January 13, 2022 @ 8:52 am
Prayers to the family of Lucy, and may she rest in peace with the Lord whom she served so faithfully. Diana Marie Hill
#16 Comment By Diana Marie Hill On January 13, 2022 @ 8:53 am
Prayer for the family, and may Lucy rest in peace with the Lord whom she served so faithfully.
#17 Comment By Pam & Randy Moulton On January 13, 2022 @ 8:59 am
Linda and Pat, we are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear mother. Sending hugs to you all.
#18 Comment By Pat and Deb On January 13, 2022 @ 11:07 am
We are so sorry for your loss – she was a very special lady. I bet our moms are visiting in heaven. Hugs to you Linda and the rest of the family- you are in our thoughts and prayers RIP Ms Lucy ?
#19 Comment By Joan crosser On January 13, 2022 @ 3:22 pm
Linda, so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She sounded like a great woman. My thoughts are with you and Pat, Love Joan
#20 Comment By The Minihan’s and The Robinson’s On January 13, 2022 @ 6:41 pm
Julie and Mark, Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your Mother. Please know that your entire family is in our highest prayers during this most challenging time. With Deepest Sympathy.
#21 Comment By Rachael Petraitis On January 13, 2022 @ 8:50 pm
Grandma Thompson was a dear and kind soul. I am grateful she is free of the pain of this world. She served the Lord as one of His dearest angels on earth. I knew her as missionary. She gathered all she could to the warmth of her presence and unconditional love. She enjoyed music so much, I remember she always requested we sing ‘Abide With Me’. May her heart be eternally at peace in His Presence. Love you, Grandma
Rachael
#22 Comment By Kleppingers On January 14, 2022 @ 12:01 pm
We are sending our deepest love and condolences to Lucy’s family. We’re so grateful to have known Lucy and to have spent so much time in her home of love and kindness. She was truly a light in the world and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Love and prayers to her family.
#23 Comment By Sylvia Bagdonas On January 15, 2022 @ 11:56 am
LUCY was a very special care taker. We need more Lucys in this world. When parents left their children in her care there was no need to worry about their welfare. You can always tell a great day care center when kids are excited to go there. Lucy and her family were a gift to Laramie. She was an inspiration to the community.
#24 Comment By Paul & Karen Fanning On January 15, 2022 @ 4:19 pm
Our hearts go out to Lucy’s family for their loss. Lucy will always hold a very special place in our hearts for the wonderful caring person that we have known for a long time, starting with her caring for my son when he was just a baby.
#25 Comment By Mark Gilstrap On January 16, 2022 @ 9:08 pm
Grandma Thompson will always be near and dear to my heart. All who entered her home felt instantly loved. Her testimony and kindness will always be a part of my life.
#26 Comment By Shandie sailer On January 17, 2022 @ 3:19 am
My condolences! Lucy was a joy to be around. Always smiling and making you laugh. Before you left her room she would make sure you had a piece of candy. I enjoyed spending time with her and making sure she was taking care of. You will be missed by many Lucy.
#27 Comment By Cyndi GILLASPIE On January 19, 2022 @ 9:15 am
So sorry for your loss. Lucy was a wonderful daycare provider and person. Without her I could not have worked and been secure in the knowledge my children were safe and loved. I know her passing leaves a hole in many lives. Hugs to the family.
#28 Comment By Donna Bird Crandall On February 1, 2022 @ 6:04 pm
I remember Lucy as the mother of my friend Cindy in grade school and junior high. There were many fun sleepovers and dinners in her home. My sincere condolences on your loss. I now miss her and Cindy
#29 Comment By Julie Towers On October 8, 2023 @ 3:41 pm
I am just reading this….and it has been since 1975 that I last saw this sweet and amazing family. I think of you all so often. I joined the LDS church because of all of you and your love for the Lord and others. I had little Lisa in the Day Care at U of Wyo for my Child Development class. Lisa and her darling mom changed my life. I have thought of you often over the years… and the heartbreak this life brought you… but knowing all of you…I know you carried your cross with grace and love. Can’t wait to see you in Heaven so I can thank you again for the love you gave to me.