Doris Thompson became a director at Blackpool Pleasure Beach in 1929, immediately after the death of her father, whilst her husband, Leonard Thompson became managing director and chairman.
11 Facts About Doris Thompson
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When Leonard Thompson died in 1976, Doris Thompson succeeded him as chairman of the Pleasure Beach, whilst her son Geoffrey Thompson became managing director.
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Doris Thompson was educated locally in Blackpool, and then at Malvern Ladies' College in Worcestershire.
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In 1928 Doris married Leonard Thompson, "a bright, ambitious, Oxford-educated businessman".
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Doris Thompson worked for the Swedish Match Company and the couple were content to begin married life in London.
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Doris Thompson married Leonard Thompson in 1928, at the age of 25.
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Doris Thompson had three children, Geoffrey, Mary Louise and Carol Jean.
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Doris Thompson was en route to study in America before attending Oxford University.
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Doris Thompson was appointed MBE in 1969 and OBE in 2003.
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Doris Thompson died on 23 June 2004 on the day of her late son, Geoffrey Thompson's funeral.
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Doris Thompson reached the age of 101 and had been appointed an OBE and MBE for her contribution to tourism.