We regretfully announce the passing of Mr. Hosiah Thompson “Sonny”, age 90, a longtime resident of Meriwether County, on Friday, August 23, 2024 at his residence.

Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at White Plains United Methodist Church located at 1549 Graham Road in the Saint Marks Community.

Pastor Renee Clark when officiate and interment will follow in the Campground Cemetery.

Public viewing will be held on Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM at the Funeral Home.

Hosiah "Sonny" Thompson, Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great grandfather, and friend to many, passed away peacefully in his home in Hogansville, GA, on August 23, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family.

Sonny was born on April 12, 1934, in St. Marks, GA, to the late Grace Thompson (Snelling) and Henry G. Rosser.

He was a devoted family man, who leaves behind an enduring legacy of hard work and strength. He is survived by his children, Marvin Louis (Lynn) Snelling, Janet Patricia (Leroy) Parks, Joe Ann Parks, Sharon Louise (Bobby) Bussey, Sylvia Arnold, Hosiah Thompson, Jr., Berlinda Dianne McIntyre, Angelia LaRose (Gerald) Irving, James Curtis (LaDonna) Boddie; sister, Deborah Carter; sister-in-law, Ella Mae Snelling, and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, who will miss him dearly.

Throughout his life, Sonny wore many hats. He was a skilled roofer and farmer, before retiring from the Uniroyal Tire Company as a Foreman. His work ethic was unparalleled, but it was not just his professional accomplishments that defined him. He had an unwavering passion for the outdoors, fishing, hunting and farming, whenever he could find the time.

However, above all else, were the cherished moments he spent with his friends, the late Mr. Henry Blount, Mr. Clarence Jackson, and Mr. Roy Porter. They were more than just friends; they were his brothers in arms through thick and thin. But perhaps the most significant part of Sonny's life story was the love of his life, his dear wife, Rosetta F. Thompson, whom he shared over 71 years of marriage prior to her passing.

On August 23, 2024, Sonny and Rosetta reunited. Preceding him in death, include, his son, Hosie Lee Thompson; his siblings, Helen Freeman, Willie "Bizzie" Hunter, Laura Bell Snelling, Willie Ed Snelling, Ronald Carter, and Henry Rosser, along with his adopted parents, Willie M. and Mary Thompson.

While we mourn the loss deeply today, we also celebrate the incredible life he lived. A life filled with love, hard work, friendship, wisdom, and laughter.

Arrangements entrusted to Thrash and Sons Funeral Home.

Public Viewing

Aug

30

Thrash & Son's Funeral Home

117 West Main Street
Hogansville , GA 30230

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Funeral Service

Aug

31

White Plains United Methodist Church

1549 Graham Rd
Hogansville, GA 30230

1:00 PM