Fred Noel Thompson

Fred Noel Thompson, age 83 of Calhoun, GA, passed away on March 12, 2025 at his residence.

Fred was born on March 6, 1942 in Oakdale, Louisiana, son of the late Fred Thompson and Ola Mae Jones Thompson. In addition to his parents, Fred was also preceded in death by: one brother, Arvel “Red” Thompson; and one sister, Sally Jouette. He was a graduate of LSU and a die hard fan of college football. Before his retirement, Fred was owner and operator of Thompson Cattle Marketing Company. He enjoyed reading, watching college football, and tending to his cattle.

Fred is survived by: his wife, Ola Belle Stansell Thompson; one son, Greg Thompson; one daughter, Stephanie Miller and her husband Adam; step-son, Cleon Chester, Jr. and his wife Christy; five grandchildren, Liam Thompson, Fox Miller, Cleon Chester, III, Ceely Chester, and Violet Miller; and two sisters, Katherine Terrel and Pat Shelton.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at Farmville Methodist Church.

A celebration of the life of Fred will be conducted on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 11 a.m. at Farmville Methodist Church with Reverend John Shivers and Reverend Danry Landry officiating.

You may leave the family online condolences at www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com

Thomas Funeral Home has proudly been entrusted with the care of Fred Noel Thompson.