Two of James' daughters, Alice and Hilda, would spend time abroad serving in the American Red Cross. Both had highly illustrious and successful careers. Alice Thompson was also a highly active member of the Red Cross. She served in the Philippines during World War II. There is even an account of Alice, a State College native, running into a Penn State graduate during her service. She was awarded the Philippine Liberation Ribbon for her valor and service in Civilian War Aid. In 1948, she had returned home and was working as the executive secretary of the Lycoming County branch of the Red Cross. It was a great tragedy when Alice Thompson died on January 18, 1950. These two exceptional women provided a great deal to the world through their service in the Red Cross during the two World Wars. They demonstrated once again the widespread effect that the Thompson family has had not only on Centre County, but places throughout the world.
Two of James' daughters, Alice and Hilda, would spend time abroad serving in the American Red Cross. Both had highly illustrious and successful careers. Alice Thompson was also a highly active member of the Red Cross. She served in the Philippines during World War II. There is even an account of Alice, a State College native, running into a Penn State graduate during her service. She was awarded the Philippine Liberation Ribbon for her valor and service in Civilian War Aid. In 1948, she had returned home and was working as the executive secretary of the Lycoming County branch of the Red Cross. It was a great tragedy when Alice Thompson died on January 18, 1950. These two exceptional women provided a great deal to the world through their service in the Red Cross during the two World Wars. They demonstrated once again the widespread effect that the Thompson family has had not only on Centre County, but places throughout the world.
Gravesite Details
Name is inscribed on right side of concrete enclosure surrounding trees in plot.
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