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LeRoy E. Thompson, Ph.D., P.E.
May 22, 1934 – April 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of LeRoy Earl Thompson of Fairhope,
Alabama, at the age of 89. LeRoy reunited with his loved ones in heaven on April 7, 2024, after declining health related to dementia.

LeRoy lived his life to the fullest and filled it with dedication, laughter, and love. He was born on May 22, 1934, to Henry and Hazel Thompson in Lithium, Missouri. LeRoy and his brother grew up on the family farm in Perryville, Missouri. He attended Perryville High School and went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering at the Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy. LeRoy’s love of engineering led him to pursue his Master’s degree at the University of Missouri at Rolla and later earned his Ph.D. degree at Rice University. LeRoy was a proud veteran who served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from 1956 to 1965, where
he moved through the ranks to Captain and served in Active Duty and the Reserves. Dr. Thompson earned many titles throughout his lifetime including, Professional Engineer, Captain, and
Doctor; however, the titles he was most proud of were the ones his family called him: devoted husband, loving Dad, and cherished PaPa. LeRoy married the love of his life, Joanne (Medley) Thompson in Salem, Missouri on February 8, 1958. They had 3 children, Julie, Karen, and Michael, and eventually settled down in Miami, Florida to raise them. As if all that doesn’t showcase the full life LeRoy had, it hardly scratches the surface of his remarkable career that displayed unwavering leadership and devotion to the engineering industry. Aside from Dr. Thompson creating his own consultant firm with former students (C3TS), he was the founding faculty member of the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Florida International University (FIU) and as a testament to his distinguished career, he wa

American gridiron football player and coach (born 1971)

For the running back born 1968, see Leroy Thompson (running back).

American football player

Leroy Thompson (born January 23, 1971) is a former fullback/linebacker in the Arena Football League for 13 years. He has played for the Albany / Indiana Firebirds (1996–2004), the New Orleans VooDoo (2005) and the Columbus Destroyers (2006–2008). He played college football at Delaware State University where he was a first team Division I-AA All-American and holds all quarterback sack records. Played with the Philadelphia Eagles of the NFL in 1996 and also with the Toronto Argonauts of the CFL in 1994.

College career

Thompson attended Delaware State University where he was a two-time All Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference selection. During his junior season, he recorded a school record 16 sacks, and five sacks in one game against North Carolina A&T which is also a school record. As a senior, Thompson earned First Team Division I-AA Kodak All-America honors as he led the team with 89 tackles and 11 sacks. Leroy's 30 career sacks rate third all-time for the Hornets.

Professional career

Thompson played an astounding thirteen seasons in the AFL, and is considered one of the leagues all-time greatest linebacker/fullbacks. Previously playing for the Albany / Indiana Firebirds (1996-2004), New Orleans VooDoo (2005), and the Columbus Destroyers (2006–08). His best statistical season came in 2000 while playing for the Firebirds, rushing the ball 59 times for 191 yards and 14 touchdowns. Defensively, his best season came in 2002 tallying 16 tackles and five sacks including 37 rushes for 117 yards and 10 touchdowns. His efforts were rewarded that season by being named First Team All-Arena FB/LB, and the AFL's Ford Tough Man of the Year.

Thompson was a participant in the 2007 ArenaBowl as a member of the National Conference Champion, Columbus

In 1972, Dr. Leroy Thompson was born again in September and water baptized Dr. Leroy Thompson, Sr.in October. He was called into the ministry on December 30, l973, and ordained May 24,1975. To effectively execute the call on his life, he attended Christian Bible College of Louisiana where he earned Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate of Theology Degrees and Doctorate of Divinity. To further enhance his training, he taught at his Alma mater for several years. In the fall of 1983 he was baptized with the Holy Ghost and his life catapulted. He captured the knowledge of the truth richly exhibited in the powerful Word of God. Knowing who he is in Christ, what belongs to him, and what he can do in Christ has burst forth a new creation. His ministry has been Ever-Increasing! In 1984, he was instructed by the Spirit of God to change the name of the church from Mt. Zion Baptist Church (a 104 years old traditional Baptist church) to Word of Life Christian Center. He began teaching people how to live the life of faith; how to "walk by faith, not by sight; how to be well and not sick; how to live and not die; how to keep the devil under their feet; how to live the victorious abundant life in Christ Jesus; and how to be led by the Spirit of God." Church membership at that time was 75, majority being children. Membership has grown to 1700 and has tripled the population of Darrow. He not only believes but he also knows that the keys to a successful ministry are the combination of praying in the spirit; living and teaching the Word of Faith; and following after the leadership of the Holy Ghost. He is married to Carolyn A. Thompson. They have four children, Leroy, Jr., Shauna, Donovan, and Clayton.