Elma Margurite Johnson-Thompson

Elma Margurite Johnson-Thompson Age 79 Years of #14 Dignity Gardens 
completed her earthly service of this life at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, May 10, 2012.

She was born at Stanyard Creek Andros, The Bahamas on Tuesday, July 26, 1932. 
Elma grew up along with her sister Vernell in Andros and at the age of 16, 
Elma moved to Nassau and enrolled into the Nursing School Program.

At the age of 20, Elma married the love of her life a charming and handsome 
24 year old chauffeur; Sidney Bernard Thompson Sr. The couple exchanged 
their vows on 24 September 1952 at St Barnabas Anglican Church Nassau.

In search of a better way of life the couple relocated to Eleuthera 
along with their five children namely Patricia, Anthony, Judith, 
Whitfield and Sidney Jr. "Mum" or "Nurse T" as she was affectionately called, 
took pride in caring for her family; her generous heart filled her home with love and fun. 
Elma also touched the lives of many in her community by her witness of constant nurturing love and grace.

Whether it was the delivering of babies, visiting the sick and shut-in, 
serving as secretary for the Savannah Sound Primary School PTA Committee, 
serving with vigor in the Savannah Sound Gospel Chapel and St. Margaret's Anglican Church, 
serving as Worthy Matron in the Eastern Star Lodge and United Order of Odd Fellows, 
Elma's legacy will be carried in the hearts and lives she formed and touched by her love.

Elma's unwavering faith and love for the Lord can be heard through her many 
prayers and constant singing. As a matter of fact at 7:15 pm on may 10, 2012, 
15 minutes prior to her earthly departure, Elma recommitted her life to the Lord…she 
thanked Him for His blood, dying on the cross and for forgiving her  of her sins.

However, what "Mum" did best was loved everyone. She never said mean or jealous words about people. 
No matter the circumstance, she never complained and hold steadfast to believe it will get better. 
When asked about her ailments moments before passing "Mum" replied "every day is not going to be the same Joy."

Unselfish, reliable, committed, loving, quiet, meek, smart, Elma maintained a sweet and simple 
demeanor that won the trusts and hearts of many. Elma's signature gift of humility and kindness 
will never be forgotten. Our angel…a woman worthy of praise Elma leaves all her children, grand children, 
family and friends with the knowledge that they were truly loved and they know that she loved the Lord.

Elma is preceded in death by her:
Husband: Sidney Bernard Thompson Sr.;
Daughter: Patricia Louise Thompson-Cooper;
Sons: Richard Whitfield and Anthony Horatio Thompson;
Father: Horatio Johnson;
Mother: Edna Mae Johnson;

The Radiance of this "Ruby of A Gem" will always glow in the hearts of her:
One Son: Sidney Bernard Jr.;
One Step Son: Scott Thompson;
Four Daughters: Judith Ellen, Joy Charlene Alison and Kerry Ferrell Thompson and Cheryl Donna-lee Arnett;
Eleven Grandsons: Elvis Jr. and Kelvin Cooper, Chal Burchard, Trey Bienaine, Oslee McCardy, 
Semeko and Shavard Arnett, Kenton and Kendron Fines, Leonard Jr. and Mateo Papageorge;
Twenty-Three Granddaughters: Elvia and Tishonia Cooper, Shonique Moss, Antonia Young, 
Regena, Tamara, Tammy, Shianna, Diamond and Cherish Thompson, Renee Graves, Lisa Bullard, 
Keturah Farrington, Collene Clarke, Sanay Collie, Brittany, Bianca, Shavard, Jewel and Cheree Arnett, 
Anastacia, Dianna and Khloe Papageorge;
Eighteen Great Grandchildren: Elisea and Elianna Cooper, Duran Moss Jr., 
Zoria and D'Azurnae Scott, Carleeyah and Cailyn Young, Jazmen Green, Justin, Trinity, 
Lindsey and Jevaun Graves, Infiniti Arnett, Kaidyn and Kelson Auguste, Kayla, Zacary and Eton Bullard;
One Sister: Vernell Storr;
Twenty-Nephews: Stafford Clarke, Kennedy and Mark Storr, Charles, Elwin, Shane, 
Lawrence and Terrence Carey, Vaughn, James and Jerry Gibson, Vernon, Elvin Jr., Glen, Larry, 
Vincent, Thaddeus, Hiram, Tyrone and Neville Thompson;
Ten Nieces: Jacqueline Bourque, Gwendolyn Brice-Sealy, Carolyn Storr, Patronia Crawford, 
Lenny Thompson, Deidre LaRoda, Vanessa Gibson, Sandra Carey, Gilda Dean and Calliope Longley;
One Uncle: Clarance Woodside;
Three Sons-in-law: Superintendent of Police Bruce Arnett, Leonard Papageorge and Trevor Ximinies;
Two Daughters-in-law: Delphine and Katherine Thompson;
One Sister-in-law: Closandra M. Gibson;
Two Godchildren: Marsha Gibson-Nottage and Melissa Kelly;
Other loving family and friends including: Harcourt Gibson, Ellen, Karen and Maxine Thompson, 
Dr. Anthony and Ellamae Davis, Stacy, Anthony and Wesley Bastian, Francoise Bourque, Carlotta Klass, 
Leonard and Shirley Papageorge, Leonard and Katherine Bullard, Annis Antrobus, Lindsey Graves, 
Trevor Ximines, Elvis Sr. and Tommika Cooper, Cailyn Young, Jade Hilton, Paul Sealy, Duran Moss Sr., 
Joe Whyms, Omar Stubbs, Inez Knowles, Stella Dorsette, Clarice Jones, Norma and Rozelda Woodside, 
Travis Deveaux, Eulease Johnson, Emerald Brown and their families;
Special Thanks To: Doctors and Nurses of Princess Margaret Hospital, Community of Savannah Sound, 
Staff of Parliamentary Registration Department, Department of Public Service, Atlantis Hotel, 
Sky Bahamas and Uniquely Bahamian.