Tracy Lynn Thompson, age 46, of Edgewood, Illinois, passed away Sunday afternoon, May 3, 2020, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

   She was born October 15, 1973, in Flora, Illinois, the daughter of Gloyd O. and Sheila Sue (Workman) Shipley.  She was united in marriage to George Edward Thompson Jr. on May 7, 2005, in Flora, and together they have shared almost 15 years of marriage.

   Tracy was a CNA and, in the past, had worked for Clay County Hospital, Flora Rehabilitation & Care Center, and Twin Willows Nursing Center.  She enjoyed the outdoors and camping, trips to the St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Science Center, and crafts and photography.  She had a love for animals, especially her beloved dog Star Beth.  Family was very important to Tracy and she cherished her time spent with them.    

   She is survived by her husband: George Thompson Jr. of Edgewood; a brother: Gloyd “Bubby” D. (Andrea) Shipley of Salem; a sister: Angela Shipley of Edgewood, a niece: Elizabeth Mesnard; nephews: Triston and Micheal Mesnard, Rodney Cassidy, and Daniel, Charlie, Johnathan, and Scott Crain; stepmother: Doris Shipley; and several great nieces and nephews also survive.

   She was preceded in death by her mother: Sheila Shipley; father: Gloyd O. Shipley; father-in-law: George Thompson Sr.; mother-in-law: Betty (Black) Thompson; and a nephew: Dusty Cassidy.  

   A private Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.  Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora assisted the family with arrangements.  Memorial donations are suggested to the family to assist with final expenses and will be accepted through the funeral home.  To share a memory or condolence visit: www.frankandbright.com