Josie M. Thompson, 88, of Independence, MO passed away on November 24, 2007 at Centerpoint Medical Center. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 29, at Mound Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Community of Christ Endowment Fund. Josie was born on May 31, 1919 in Belmont, LA to Louis and Louvenia Austin. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, J.C. Thompson in 2005.