Robert “Bob” M. Thompson Jr. of Hockessin, DE, age 90, passed away at home Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Bob was born on March 19, 1930 in Wilmington, DE to the late Robert M. Thompson Sr. and Helen (Broomell) Thompson. Bob graduated from Newark High School in 1948. He was drafted into the Marine Corps duringContinue Reading
Robert “Bob” M. Thompson Jr. of Hockessin, DE, age 90, passed away at home Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Bob was born on March 19, 1930 in Wilmington, DE to the late Robert M. Thompson Sr. and Helen (Broomell) Thompson.
Bob graduated from Newark High School in 1948. He was drafted into the Marine Corps during the Korean conflict and served for 2 years. He then worked for DuPont as a Technician for 20 years. Bob loved to travel and especially enjoyed his trips to Wales to visit with friends and family. He loved being outdoors; especially gardening and cutting the grass on his John Deere tractor. Bob was also a private pilot and member of the National Experimental Aircraft Association as well as the local EAA chapter. He will be lovingly remembered as friendly, having a good sense of humor, and always enjoying a good debate. He will be greatly missed by his dog, Bailee.
Bob is survived by his wife of 34 years, Judy A. Thompson; daughter, Linda Wheeler (Bob) of St. Ignatius, MT; son, Michael Thompson (Mary) of Newark, DE; daughter, Anne Bleyl (Steve) of Woodbury, MN; step-daughter, Susan Barlow of Wilmington, DE; 12 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Bob is preceded in death by his brother, William Thompson.
A graveside service for Bob will be held privately at the family’s convenience at Penns Grove Friends Cemetery, Pennsgrove Road, Oxford, PA 19352. To send online condolences, please visit www.rtfoard.com.
Gloria & Russ Zehnacker
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Judy, Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Bob was a great guy and it was a honor to have considered him a friend!
DAN MARINACCI
left a message on November 19, 2020:
Judy and family, Bob Thompson was a good man who I was very fund of. I remember when EAA-240 poured their side porch at the EAA-240 hanger at the New Garden Flying Field, Bob outworked men decades younger than him - like me. I will truly miss him. Daniel J. (Dan) Marinacci, PE
Reggie Thompson
left a message on November 18, 2020:
Judy, my condolences to you and the family. I'm going to miss Bob.
Larry Webberking
left a message on November 17, 2020:
Hi Judy May memories bring you strength and comfort. With sympathy.
Harold Hambleton
left a message on November 17, 2020:
My prayers are with you Linda ,Mike, Anne and Judy. Harold Hambleton
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
John Warrington
left a message on November 17, 2020:
Bob was the one who always lent a hand. I will miss you my friend.
Mike Parry
left a message on November 16, 2020:
On behalf of the membership of EAA Chapter 240, of which Bob was a founding member, may I offer condolences to Judy and to Bob's and Judy's family on the passing of Bob. The Thompsons contributed to many chapter activities and events, where Bob was popular and a strong team-player. Their volunteer efforts at the airport hangar - in particular Bob's cooking skills at our fund-raising events - were in great demand. Bob was fun to work with, a strong supporter of the chapter and aviation, and he will be missed. Best wishes to Judy, always welcome at EAA240.
Kinnon Johnson
left a message on November 15, 2020:
My deepest sympathy for you and your family
Jean Evans
left a message on November 15, 2020:
Our prayers are with you Mike and family .....thinking of you .....from Jean and Barry Evans
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Gloria & Russ Zehnacker
left a message on November 30, 2020:
Judy, Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Bob was a great guy and it was a honor to have considered him a friend!
DAN MARINACCI
left a message on November 19, 2020:
Judy and family, Bob Thompson was a good man who I was very fund of. I remember when EAA-240 poured their side porch at the EAA-240 hanger at the New Garden Flying Field, Bob outworked men decades younger than him - like me. I will truly miss him. Daniel J. (Dan) Marinacci, PE
Reggie Thompson
left a message on November 18, 2020:
Judy, my condolences to you and the family. I'm going to miss Bob.
Larry Webberking
left a message on November 17, 2020:
Hi Judy May memories bring you strength and comfort. With sympathy.
Harold Hambleton
left a message on November 17, 2020:
My prayers are with you Linda ,Mike, Anne and Judy. Harold Hambleton
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
John Warrington
left a message on November 17, 2020:
Bob was the one who always lent a hand. I will miss you my friend.
Mike Parry
left a message on November 16, 2020:
On behalf of the membership of EAA Chapter 240, of which Bob was a founding member, may I offer condolences to Judy and to Bob's and Judy's family on the passing of Bob. The Thompsons contributed to many chapter activities and events, where Bob was popular and a strong team-player. Their volunteer efforts at the airport hangar - in particular Bob's cooking skills at our fund-raising events - were in great demand. Bob was fun to work with, a strong supporter of the chapter and aviation, and he will be missed. Best wishes to Judy, always welcome at EAA240.
Kinnon Johnson
left a message on November 15, 2020:
My deepest sympathy for you and your family
Jean Evans
left a message on November 15, 2020:
Our prayers are with you Mike and family .....thinking of you .....from Jean and Barry Evans
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.