Walter Thompson Sr

Minister Walter Thompson, Sr., 74, of Sandusky, Ohio, departed this life on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at the Firelands Regional Medical Center in Sandusky. He was born July 25, 1948, in Veto, Alabama and had lived most of his life in Sandusky and Lorain, Ohio. He worked various jobs and positions and retired as a security guard.

Min. Thompson had served as a deacon under the late Pastor Eddy Henry of New Jerusalem Baptist Church in Sandusky. In 1999 he joined The Thomas Temple Church of God in Christ under the late Bishop Frank Richard. After the passing of Bishop Richard in 2003, Min. Thompson remained a faithful member of the church under the leadership of Pastor Susan Coleman. Under Pastor Coleman’s tutelage, he was ordained as a minister on October 12, 2006. His dedication and faithfulness elevated him to Assistant Pastor of the Sandusky church. He had a solid work ethic and held various positions within the church. He became the Superintendent of the Sunday School Department and Chairman of the Men’s Department. Min. Thompson worked weekends at the church store in Toledo, Ohio as the grill master and was called “Holyfield on the grill.” He also cooked and served at the Sandusky church. He was always ready to lend a helping hand.

Min. Thompson was known for his singing and was a former member of the Charlton Singers. He was also an original member of the Black ACs (Black Athletic Club). He enjoyed singing, cooking, baking, and football.

Min. Thompson leaves to cherish his memory his brothers, Kevin (Stacey) Thompson and Rufus Thompson; a sister, Kathy Portis; a goddaughter, Marla King; and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his son, Walter Earl Thompson, Jr., and his parents, Jack Henry and Rossie Thompson.

Visitation will be Friday, September 15, 2023, from 11 AM until time of service at 12 Noon at Faith Ministries, 1306 Euclid Ave., Lorain, OH. Burial will be at Elmwood Cemetery in Lorain.