Anne Carlyle Thompson

Anne Carlyle Thompson

Anne Carlyle Thompson of Satellite Beach, Florida, passed away on November 3, 2026. A beloved mother and grandmother, devoted wife, and cherished friend, Anne leaves a legacy of warmth, courage, and a lifelong love of learning.

Born Annie Winifred Carlyle on February 4, 1939, in Atlanta, Georgia, she was the daughter of Samuel and Annie Robertson Carlyle. Known as Anne for most of her life, she grew up in Atlanta and attended Northside High School, where she pursued interests ranging from chorus and ballet to French and Latin. She later attended Emory University, joined Alpha Chi Omega sorority, and earned a degree in history.

In 1962, Anne married Ross E.G. Thompson, Jr., an Army officer. Life as a military spouse took her far from her Atlanta roots, and she embraced the challenge of creating a home for their family wherever his assignments led, including Ethiopia and Kwajalein in the Marshall Islands.

In 1978, Anne and her family settled in Satellite Beach, where she lived for 40 years. She enjoyed volunteering at a hospital and later built a career in medical administration, working primarily in a dermatology practice. She also earned a real estate license.

Anne’s faith was a steady presence throughout her life, and over the years she worshiped in Episcopal and Anglican churches. An avid reader, she had a particular fondness for historical fiction. She also enjoyed traveling—especially to the British Isles—and participating in educational travel programs. A lifelong learner, Anne continued taking courses in subjects that sparked her curiosity.

Friendship held a special place in Anne’s heart. She treasured her dear friend and professional colleague, Patricia Wilson of Barefoot Bay, Florida; her cousin, Donna Hall of Wilmington, Delaware; and her late friend, Judy Gandy of Cumming, Georgia.

Anne was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Lieutenant Colonel Ross E.G. Thompson, U.S. Army (Retired). She is survived by her daughter, Theresa Thompson of Columbia, Maryland; her son, Eric Thompson, and his wife, Rose, of Las Cruces, New Mexico; her daughter, Valerie Hunter, and her husband, Ronald, of Westfield, Indiana; her grandchildren, Madeline and Blake Hunter; her brother, Samuel Carlyle, Jr.; and her nephews, Matthew and Andrew Carlyle.

Anne will be deeply missed by her family and friends, who will remember her kindness, adventurous spirit, and enduring curiosity.

A memorial service and reception will be held on November 20, 2026, at Buena Vida Estates in Melbourne, Florida, where Anne most recently resided.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites memorial contributions to Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida in recognition of the joy Anne found in visits from the rescue’s dogs during her years at Buena Vida Estates.