Mary Helen Thompson

Mary Helen Thompson, 91, formerly of Kismet, KS passed away on Saturday December 19, 2020 at Protection Valley Manor in Protection, KS. She was born on June 15, 1929; the daughter of Homer and Zelma (Heston) Edison at Liberal, KS. On June 28, 1947 she married Ralph Thompson at her mother's home in Liberal, KS; he preceded her in death in 1983. Mary grew up and attended schools in Liberal. She enjoyed crocheting, weaving, and tending to her plants and gardens. She was a former president of the Kismet Senior Citizen's Center. Mary also enjoyed helping others and was a second mother to many in her extended family; known as "Aunt Mary". She was a member of the Kismet First United Methodist Church. Mary is survived by her Daughter, Mary Jane Sprout of Kismet, KS; Sister, Eulah Mae Fox of Dallas, Texas; Caretaker & Niece, Carol Foster and Husband Bill of Liberal, KS; Sister in Law, Eva Mae McKnight and husband JC of Westminster, SC; Several Grandchildren, Nieces and Nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents. There will be no public viewing. A Graveside Committal Service will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at the Kismet Cemetery, Kismet, KS, with Pastor Terry Mayhew, officiating. Memorials are suggested to the Kismet First United Methodist Church in care of Miller Mortuary PO Box 826 Liberal, KS 67905-0826. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Mary Helen Thompson please visit our Sympathy Store.