Alberta (Bert) M. Thompson

May 25, 1950 - September 18, 2015

THOMPSON, Alberta “Bert” – 65 Alberta (Bert) Thompson passed away at 5:15 a.m. on September 18, 2015 surrounded by her family at IU Health. She was born May 25, 1950 in Lafayette to Albert IV and Geraldine M. (Wamsher) Tharp. She graduated from Delphi Community High School in 1968. Bert is survived by her partner of 13 years Tonya Thompson, mother, Geraldine Tharp, sons, Shawn (Devona) Thompson all of Lafayette, Isaac (Carolyn) Thompson of Goshen, granddaughter, Kalyana Marie Thompson of Lafayette, sisters, Peggy (Liem Mosier) Ritchie, and Linda Hood both of Lafayette. Several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. She was preceded by her father Albert and sisters, Imogana, and Debra. Bert was a very loving and caring person. She never met a stranger. Per Bert’s wishes cremation will take place and there will be no services. She wanted family and friends to remember her by the way she lived, not the way she passed away. Tonya would like to thank the entire ICU staff at IU Health for the excellent care given to Bert during this difficult time. Share memories and condolences at www.simplicity-funeralcare.com.