Jewel Cole Thompson, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, peacefully
entered her Savior’s arms on Thursday, November 21, 2024. Born on February 13,
1943, in Pulaski, Tennessee, to Jack and Elizabeth Cole, Jewel was a light to all who
knew her. After graduating from Giles County High School, she moved to Dallas,
Texas, in 1961, where she began her lifelong career with AT&T Telephone
Company.
In Dallas, friends introduced Jewel to Gary Thompson, and they married on
February 14, 1964. The couple welcomed their daughter, Diane, in 1965 and
moved to Ventura, California, where they lived for 12 years before returning to
Texas. They called Katy, Texas, home for over two decades before retiring to
Jewel’s hometown of Pulaski.
Jewel’s life was a testament to her love and care for others. She was always on the
move, serving her family, friends, and community. An active member of each
church she attended, Jewel served tirelessly—from working in nurseries to
supporting building efforts and participating in missions, including aiding families
affected by Hurricane Katrina in Mississippi. In Pulaski, she extended her care to
those in nursing homes and private residences, bringing comfort and
companionship to many.
Jewel is now reunited with her parents, her brother Bill Cole, and her
granddaughter Jordan Crowe. She leaves behind her devoted husband of 60 years,
Gary; her daughter and son-in-law, Diane and John Crowe; her grandsons, Justin
and Michael Crowe; her great-grandsons, Westin and Kase Crowe; her brother,
Larry Cole (Sandra); her nieces Brenda Cox and Cay Cole; and nephew Cody Cole.
A celebration of Jewel’s life will be held on Friday, November 29, 2024, at First
Baptist Church, 407 S. First Street, Pulaski, TN 38478. Visitation will begin at 11:00
a.m., with the service following at 1:00 p.m.
In honor of Jewel’s request, memorial
donations may be made to the Senior Adult Ministry of First Baptist Church
Pulaski or The Wrap Closet of Giles County, in lieu of flowers.
Though her loss leaves a void in our hearts, we find solace in knowing Jewel is at
peace, fully healed, and rejoicing in the presence of Jesus alongside loved ones
who have gone before her. We eagerly await the day we are reunited with her.
