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Submitted: 1/26/22 • Approved: 1/28/22 • Last Updated: 1/31/22 • R1415626-G0-S3
US Army
Korea
August 8, 1933 - July 12, 2019
*Obituary
The Arkansas Democrat Gazette
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
George W. (Tommy) Tompkins Jr., 85, of Northwest Arkansas passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on July 12, 2019. He was born in Dallas, Texas, on August 8, 1933, to George W. and Eloise D. Tompkins.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Mary Ann Tompkins. He is survived by his daughter, his two sons and their wives, six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Tommy served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He received both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees and taught in the Dallas Independent School District for over 40 years. He retired to Northwest Arkansas.
A private family service will be held in honor of his life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. On-line condolences may be made at www.funeralmation.com.
Contributed on 1/26/22 by wfields55
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