Robert Philip Thompson

On November 30, 1952, ROBERT PHILIP THOMPSON was born to the late Rufus and Virginia Thompson. On October 10, 2011 after a lengthy illness, his life journey came to an end surrounded by his loving family. He received his education in the Baltimore City Public School System. In 1977 Robert received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Maryland School of Law. Robert, affectionately known as Bobby, spent over thirty years practicing law in Maryland. In 1965, Bobby gave his life to Christ, and was baptized at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church. He spent his formative years at Mt. Ararat where he was a member of the youth group and where he served on the board. During his early years Bobby developed a passion for dogs. He would often scour the neighborhood looking for strays that he could call his own. This early passion led to his interest in Schutzhund training and he later became President of the Charm City Dog Club. The affiliation led to many trips to Germany where he engaged in the breeding and sale of champion dogs. Another passion discovered early on life was the love of martial arts. Bobby studied under Park Chung, where he received his black belt in Tae Kwon Do and eventually opened his own Dojo in downtown Baltimore City. Bobby enjoyed traveling, was an avid swimming, and a certified scuba diver. Boating with his good friends was another of his passions. Bobby enjoyed spending time with his family. One of his favorite pass times was cooking interesting meals using exotic seasoning, unusual ingredients and using his family as taste testers. He also got a kick out of trying to teach his older brother Kenneth to cook. After several years he decided to just call it a day. His camping trip with his younger brother Glen always turned into an adventure. Bobby had a kind and compassionate heart. In his law practice he always looked out for the disenfranchised. Bobby had an infectious smile and loved telling jokes, (even though most of them were corny). On March 19, 2004, Bobby married Graciela Villanueva (known as Grace) and out of this union Vanessa Gracela Thompson was born. Bobby was privileged to also have Angel as his son. Bobby enjoyed a particularly close relationship with his four brothers, Rufus, Charles, Kenneth and Glen. He was a loving brother to his many sisters and especially protective of his youngest sister Janice. Robert left to mourn: his wife, Grace Thompson; two children, Angel and Vanessa Thompson; brothers, Rufus Thompson, Jr.; Kenneth Thompson, Sr. and Glenford Thompson; sisters Marian Spencer and Janice Roberts; three sister-in-law, Rosetta Thompson, S. Dale Thompson and Lois Hicks; two brother-in-law; Milton Spencer and William Roberts; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

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Robert Philip Thompson

November 30, 1952 - October 10, 2011