Charles “Buddy” Thompson

Posted on March 18, 2020

Charles “Buddy” Thompson 71, of Perry died Tuesday, March 10, 2020, in Tallahassee with his family by his side.

He was a lifelong resident of Taylor County, where he worked for Buckeye paper mill for more than 47 years before retiring.

Buddy was an avid Gator Fan and loved his grandchildren with all his heart.

Buddy has 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

He took pride in passing along traditions and living life to the fullest.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly “BJ” Thompson; and two children, Dana Schwab, her husband Chad, and De French and his wife, Missy.

Funeral services were held Thursday, March 19, starting at 4 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church. Young-Fulford Funeral Home is assisting the Thompson family, and they are being cared for by Jackie Fulford.