Loftis Howard Thompson, “CUB”, 63, of Saluda, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 19, 2009.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis Davis Thompson.
A native of Saluda, NC , he left behind a legacy and made a lot of good memories for anyone who was fortunate enough to know him. He left the world doing what he loved, fishing the Green River. He was a woodsman who loved hunting, fishing and having fun. He was a mountain man who never knew a stranger. He will be missed by many, including his close companions, his nephew, Johnny Belcher, cousin, Tim Nix, brother-in-law, Scott Pace and friend, Ronald Rhodes.
He left behind four children Rebecca Bradley of Saluda, Connie Powell of VA, Robin Thompson of Saluda, Melissa Thompson of Lowell; eleven grandchildren, and four sisters.
A memorial service will be at held 7:00 pm, Thursday, at the Saluda Mountain Jamboree, with family receiving friends from 6 – 7:00 pm and following the service.
Flowers can be sent to Robin Thompson, 74 Annie Lane, Saluda, NC 28773
My sympathies and thoughts to the Thompson family. I only knew “Cub” as a kid but I always liked him and I grew up with his kids and liked them all too. May he rest in peace. I didn’t know that Phyllis had passed and I was very sorry to learn of this also. God bless you Becky, Robin, Melissa, and Connie. I am sorry for your loss.
Becky, Im very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish always, and strength in the companionship of those who share your loss…. I have learned never to underestimate the healing power we all have. It is always there to be used for the highest good. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. (Matthew 5:4) May it be a source of inner strength to know that there’s a loving God watching over you, and that, throughout this time of need, He’ll stay close by your side. I have fought the fine fight, I have run the course to the finish, I have observed the faith.-2Timothy 4:7. As for me, I will lie down that I may sleep; I shall certainly awake, for Jehovah himself keeps supporting me. -Psalms 3:5
I am truly sorry for your lose. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
So Sorry for your loss. I Worked with Cubby several years, and thought he was a great guy.
Becky,I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing.You and your family are in my prayersw
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, MY HEART AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL, STAY STRONG BECKY, HE’S INSTILLED THAT IN YOU!
I had the privilege of only meeting Cub one time with my friend Al. What a great person. Definitley one of a kind. He knew so much about the area and the people of Saluda. A true mountain man.
Becky,Robin,Connie, Melissa and all the sisters….We are so sorry to hear about Cub i know your hearts are hurting…no words can i say will make the hurt go away..Just know you are in our thoughts and most important our prayers…I pray God holds you tight in his arms during this sad time
our deepist sympathy to the family and our prayers are with you! your dad was a very special person and will be missed bye many! brad will remember the special times him and cub had together,fishing,talking,and painting among other things! we love you all and are very sorry we couldnt make it there! love brad and pat davis!