LaKenna Jean Thompson

Lakenna Thompson, age 67, of Baxley passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026 in Jesup under the care of Hospice of South Georgia.

Mrs. Thompson was born on December 30, 1958, in Jesup. She attended Red Oak Baptist Church and was employed with the Baxley Housing Authority. In addition, she served as a bus driver for more than 20 years, touching the lives of countless students and families throughout her career.

Mrs. Thompson never met a stranger. She loved people and was loved by many for her magnetic personality, warm smile, and cheerful spirit. She enjoyed sewing, spending time with family, and especially watching her grandchildren play sports. Her kindness, dedication, and love for others will be remembered by all who knew her. Mrs. Thompson was preceded in death by her mother, Marvine Hughes Head, stepmother, Sheryl Williams Head, and a brother, Mike Head.

Survivors include her husband, Lamar Thompson of Baxley; children, Kevin (Katlyn) Thompson of Baxley and Tony Thompson of Las Vegas, NV; Natalie (Richie) Goodson of Crawford; father, Gene (Geri) Head of Baxley; sisters, LaDonna (Charles) Caldwell of Baxley, Sherry Tillman of Alma and Patty (Tommy) Carter of Baxley; and six grandchildren, Kixton Thompson, Kaden Thompson, Drake Marlow, Katie Marlow, Anna (Austin) Griggs and Jessie Thompson also survive.

Funeral services will be held Monday, June 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Red Oak Baptist Church with Rev. Cole Griffin, Rev. Josh Gardner and Rev. Robbie Gill officiating. Interment will follow in Omega Cemetery.

Active pallbearers will be Eric Carter, Jason Carter, Drake Marlow, James Griffin, Maxwell Beaver and Cole Griffin. Junior pallbearers will be Kixton Thompson and Cooper Gardner. 

Honorary pallbearers will be her co-workers of Baxley Housing Authority.

A visitation will be held Sunday, June 7, 2026 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Red Oak Baptist Church.

Funeral arrangements are the direction of Swain Funeral Home.