Elizabeth D. Thompson, 86, of Tryon died Sunday, March 6, 2011, at Laurel Woods in Columbus.

Born August 30, 1924, she was the daughter of the late John B. Davidson and Emily M. Davidson of Upper Montclair, N.J.

She graduated from Wellesley College in 1946.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Hiram H. Thompson Jr.; son, John M. Thompson (Susan) of Tryon; son, Edward W. Thompson (Martha) of Corning, N.Y.; daughter, Margaret R. Thompson of Tryon; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a brother; nieces; nephews; cousins and many close friends. She was predeceased by her daughter Ann M. Thompson of Chapel Hill in 1999.

No local services will be held.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, 130 Forest Glen Drive, Columbus, N.C. 28722.