Mr. Delander Witherspoon Thompson, 51, affectionately called "Man," departed this life unexpectedly on Sunday, May 1, 2022 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

He was born to Carrie L. Thompson and the late Delander W. Simmons in Winston-Salem on June 16, 1970.

Man was educated in the public schools of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County and graduated from Mount Tabor Senior High School.

His varied work experience included positions with the City of Winston-Salem (Streets Division), Tijuana Flats Tacos and Kentucky Fried Chicken. Man was an avid cook and many enjoyed the pleasure of eating his good meals. He enjoyed sports and he loved to joke around.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Willie and Frances Thompson and his paternal grandparents, Benjamin and Virginia Simmons.

Those family members who will forever cherish fond memories of "Man" include his two daughters, Saqoya Thompson and DuPre' Banner; his grandson Noah Thompson; his devoted mother, Carrie L. Thompson; sister, Latricia Evette Thompson; brothers, Timothy L. Thompson and Delander R. Simmons; dear friend for more than thirty years, Flavella Jones and her grandchildren, Z'Rhyia Jones, Nauj'e Jones, Kaelani Jones and Emeri Jones; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins. and friends.

Public viewing for Mr. Thomas will be Sunday, May 8, 2022 from 1:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be Monday, May 9, 2022 at 12:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Chapel.

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