Nancy Stanley Thompson

Nancy Stanley Thompson, age 84, of Whiteville, passed away peacefully at her home on March 12, 2026. Born in Columbus County on March 17, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Lacy Carlton Stanley and Rosa Cox Stanley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Dock Gore and Connie Duncan, and her brothers, Frank Stanley, Bobby Stanley, and Carlton Stanley.

Nancy dedicated more than thirty years to her work as an operator for the phone company before retiring and spending another decade in the admissions office at Columbus County Hospital. She found great joy in tending her yard and garden, nurturing hanging baskets, and even turning that passion into a small business. She also cherished the companionship of her beloved cats throughout her life.

She is survived by her nieces, Janet Holden (Allison) and Renee Noll (Brian), both of Supply, Sherita James (Frank) of Whiteville, Amanda Thompson of Lake Waccamaw, and Jennifer Thompson of Hallsboro; her nephews, Barry Wilson of Asheville, Greg Wilson of Pennsylvania, and Johnny Thompson of Hallsboro; her special great-great-nephew, Samuel Noll of Supply; her special friend, Rachel Morin of Chadbourn; and her adored feline companion, Ally.