Mr. David Wayne Thompson, a native of Birmingham and resident of Gulf Shores, died Friday, May 25, 2012 at his residence.

Mr. Thompson was a graduate of the 1st graduating class of Auburn University in 1961, as well as an Eagle Scout and former elder of Gulf Coast Church of Christ. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Wannah Thompson; daughters, Shannon (Tommy) Boatwright and Lesley (Jason) Holman of Gulf Shores; brother, Sidney Lynn Thompson of Guntersville, AL; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, May 28, 2012 at Pine Rest Memorial Park. The visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until time of service at Pine Rest Funeral Home. The family suggests memorial contributions in Mr. Thompson’s name to

Gulf Shores Church of Christ Building Fund,

PO Box 223, Gulf Shores, AL 36547.

Arrangements by Pine Rest Funeral Home.