John William Thomson, Jr.

John William Thomson, Jr., age 75, passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at his home. John was born on January 23, 1946 to the late John William Thomson, Sr. and Pearl Ratcliffe Thomson. John worked in the family business as an electrician for over 40 years. He enjoyed being on the water, fishing, and wood working. He also loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of Stoney Point Baptist Church in Fayetteville, NC and while in Mountain City attended Nelson’s Chapel Baptist Church. Those left to cherish his memories include his wife of 54 years, Linda Thomson; daughter, Lisa Hackett (Tyler); son, Scott Thomson; sister, Gale Hamilton; grandchildren, Johnroger Hackett, Carson Hackett, Jasmine Hackett, Ava Thomson; several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at Nelson’s Chapel Baptist Church in Mountain City, TN at 6:00 p.m. with Pastor Mike McNutt officiating. A visitation will immediately follow. A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 7, 2021 at Stoney Point Baptist Church in Fayetteville, NC at 4:00 p.m. with Pastor Duncan Edge officiating. The family will receive friends from 3:00-4:00 prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Amedysis Hospice of Elizabethton, TN, Nelson’s Chapel Baptist Church, or Stoney Point Baptist Church.