Lyons,

Mr. Barry Thompson, age 65, of Lyons, died Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Meadows Regional Medical Center in Vidalia, after an extended illness. He was a native of Marietta and lived most of his life in Treutlen County. He retired from law enforcement after thirty-four years and was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Swainsboro. He was a firearms instructor and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being with his family.

Mr. Thompson is survived by his wife of forty years, Brenda Thompson, three sons, and five grandchildren.

A service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Vidalia Animal Shelter at P.O. Box 280, Vidalia, GA 30475 Attn: Vidalia Animal Shelter or the Swainsboro Animal Shelter at 343 Market Street, Swainsboro, GA 30401.

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