MURRAY — Otiste Blair Thompson, 89, of Murray died Wednesday at his home.

He was a retired house painter and an Army veteran of World War II.

He is survived by his wife, Glendora Chilcutt Thompson; one sister, Frances Kelso of Murray; one niece, Luna Greer of Murray; and one great-niece.

He was preceded in death by one brother. His parents were Alvie Thompson and Hilan Shackelford Thompson.

Friends may call after 5 p.m. today at J.H. Churchill Funeral Home. There will be no services. Burial will follow later in Murray City Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy can be made to Murray-Calloway Endowment for Healthcare, Att. Hospice House Building Fund, 803 Poplar St., Murray, KY 42071.