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Bennett H. Thompson

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Bowdoin College

Bennett Thompson Obituary

In Burlington, MA, July 8, 48, of Scarborough, ME,formerly of Boxford, MA. Son of the late David H. and Bette Bennett Thompson. Beloved companion of Marcia Taylor of Scarborough. Brother to Lisa Thompson Waldrop of Ithaca, NY, and Stuart Thompson of Weymouth, MA. Uncle to Rebecca and Rachael Waldrop. Nephew to Beverly Rutstein and Dr. John Thompson and family. Memorial Service 11 a.m. Friday, July 18 at First Parish Church, Brunswick, ME. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Lahey Liver Transplant Fund, c/o Anne Tollier, Lahey Clinic, 43 Mall Rd., Burlington, MA 01805; or to Bowdoin College. Arrangements by Brackett Funeral Home, Brunswick, ME.

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 14 to Jul. 20, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Bennett Thompson

18 Entries

Leslie Ann Ashing

August 12, 2008

I was a classmate of Bennett's in high school and my brother, Charlie (Masco'79), played basketball with him. In sharing the news of his death with my family, I learned that Ben used to regularly give Charlie lifts to summer basketball practices and that he even hosted my brother for a weekend at Bowdoin as a pre-college visit. I didn't know him well personally, but had the impression that underneath a somewhat gruff exterior was a very generous & witty spirit. On behalf of the Ashing family, I extend our sincere condolences to Ben's family. He will be dearly missed by many.

Carol Mather

August 4, 2008

Ben's Family & Marcia,

My deepest sympathies to you all for the passing of Ben. He and I worked together at Verizon for a few years. He was extremely smart and funny; and I never felt awkward asking him a technical question. I never knew he was such an avid golfer. Would love to have played a round with him. My thoughts are with you all. Marcia-- hope you are doing okay.

Sincerely,

Carol

Ian Sellick

July 27, 2008

Our condolences to Marcia,Lisa & Stuart.
Ben, you cut a wonderful wide swath in the life of all who knew you.What great memories you have left us with.Love,Ian & Jackie Sellick

Jeff Waldrop

July 18, 2008

Christine and I will always have fond memories of Ben. He was a great guy and we trully enjoyed being in his company. We especially enjoyed Ben having fun at Lisa's expense! Ben will always live in our hearts.

Deepest Sympathies,
The Waldrop Family

JB LIVERY SERVICE

July 17, 2008

Our deepest sympathies to Stuart, Lisa and Marcia. May the memories of Ben comfort you.

The JB Livery Family

Nick Arnao

July 16, 2008

Marcia, My deepest sympathy on your loss of Ben, such a great guy. Not only was Ben a very smart and creative guy in his profession, he was an absolute pleasure to be around. His constant smile and sense of humor, his wit was infectious and is irreplaceable. We hadn’t seen each other in several years and when we last met, it was as if we hadn’t skipped a day….. a huge smile, a big hug and a wisecrack all at the same time…only Ben could pull that off with grace and a sense of affection. You could absolutely feel his passion and his desire to have a good time and his love of people, especially his friends. I will always remember Ben and smile and will miss him. I’m writing this with a lump in my throat, tears in my eyes and a smile on my face, thinking of all the laughs we shared.
I can only imagine what great and loving memories you have and I hope and pray that your memories of Ben help you through this most difficult time.

The A. Thomas Pine Family

July 15, 2008

Lisa and family,
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of you brother. We'll keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Mary Pinard

July 14, 2008

The luge will never be the same. Mr. Ben. That big silly smile of yours will be greatly missed.

Liz Harvey

July 14, 2008

Sympathies from the entire Harvey family of Topsfield. In high school, Ben was a good friend of my brother, John, who also passed away far too young. Ben looked after me (like a big brother would) when I moved to Portland. He was a kind, kind person. Thinking of you, Lisa. Love, Liz Harvey

Kathleen Luz

July 14, 2008

Gentle Ben has always had pride of place in the hearts of the Luz family. I remember his smile. A great and true friend to my brother Mark.

We honor and treasure his memory, and extend our deepest condolences to Marcia, Lisa, and Stuart, and all his relatives.

Stephanie Abrams

July 14, 2008

Hearfelt condolences and our prayers to Marcia, Stuart, and Lisa and Big Ben's many loving friends and family members. Always with a ready smile and jokes at hand, he brought joy to anyone in his presence. We pray that memories of him and his jovial outlook on life bring comfort, and a smile, to us all.
With love and prayers,
Stephanie (Luz) Abrams

Deb Alford

July 14, 2008

Marcia, know that you and all of the family are in our thoughts. His spirit will live long and be with us in so many ways!
Deb and Ruby

Ed Horack

July 14, 2008

Big Ben, we'll miss you terribly. Who will tell us what to do and colorfully? Who will tell JP that he is no longer Junior ( Junya)? who will keep Walsh in line? Who will make me laugh when I want to cry.

Rest in Peace my friend.

Luanne Cameron

July 14, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Marcia and family.

Verizon Co-worker

July 14, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with Marcia and family, Ben was a wonderful fun loving person who was a joy to be around he always made people laugh no matter where you were....

Bruce an Johanne Camire

July 14, 2008

Marcia,

We are so sorry to hear of Ben's passing. He was such a good guy. Johanne and I have you and all of Ben's family in our thoughts and prayers.

Bob Parker III

July 14, 2008

Our condolences,from the Parker
family.

Diane Gwynne

July 14, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to Marcia, Stuart, and Lisa. We will miss Ben's presence and his unmatched sense of humor.

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