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Michael Thompson Obituary

Michael Dee Thompson "Mike" CHARLOTTE - Mr. Thompson, 58, of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away peacefully, Friday, November 30th, 2012 in the Presbyterian Healthcenter in Charlotte, NC. He was born November 16, 1954 in Beaumont, Texas and graduated from the Clearfield Area High School in 1973. After graduation he served in the Air Force until 1977. He was married to Chyrell (Richardson) Thompson who survives in Charlotte. Mike was employed with Marhoff Construction in Charlotte as a Project Manager. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children, Josh Novak Thompson and his wife Rachel of Norfolk, VA; Brandi Ricks and her husband Sterling of Braselton, GA and Kyle Thompson of Charlotte, NC and 4 grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother, Verna J. Thompson of Clearfield; 2 brothers and 3 sisters, Rick Thompson and his wife Melissa of The Colony, TX, Vicki Jo Lansberry and her husband David of West Decatur, Joni Forman and her husband Michael of Springfield VA., Mark A. Thompson of Indiana, PA and Naples FL, and Mary Kay Thomas and her husband Bill of Clearfield. Mike also leaves behind 11nieces and nephews and many cousins and friends. Mr. Thompson is preceded in death by his father Richard S.Thompson, his paternal grandparents Stanley and Mary Thompson, and his maternal grandparents Maurice "Dutch" and Olive Haney. Mike was a member of the Pub Runners motor cycle club with whom he enjoyed motorcycle riding, playing spades on-line, was an avid Denver Broncos fan. Mike was known to cook the best Barbeque ribs and lasagna in Pennsylvania and North Carolina. Mike was a fun loving individual and was always a joy to be around. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, December 8th at the VFW, 8520 Mt. Holly Road, Paw Creek, North Carolina 28130 from 3 pm to 5 pm. A memorial service will be held at the Clearfield Alliance Church, Saturday, December 22nd at 3:00 pm The family suggests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to your local Salvation Army, Tots for Tots, or the American Cancer Society. TH Robertson Funeral Service Lic. is serving the family www.throbertson.com.

Published by Charlotte Observer on Dec. 6, 2012.
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I cant believe its been this long since you left us. You had one of the biggest hearts I've ever seen in a person and you are missed dearly

Theresa Roman

November 30, 2022

Enjoyed working with Mike for the last few years. He was a great guy with a big heart and we will all miss him here at Edens & Avant.

Will Sturtevant

December 11, 2012

RIP Mike. You were a great guy, and will be missed so much. Thanks for always opening up your home. You had a big heart and would do anything you could for anyone. Miss you Mike.

Brittany Lane

December 10, 2012

R.I.P Mr Mike. I will miss you a lot. You opened your home up to my mom, me, and my siblings and I am forever grateful for that. You were like a 3rd dad to me and always made sure I had a good time. I want to thank you for everything you did for my family and I. You had the biggest heart and were always there when someone needed help. You will forever be missed. Love you Mr. Mike.

christina lohss

December 8, 2012

He was a great friend to me and he open his heart to my family. I sure do miss him and all the times we spent doing things at the house he was more then just a friend he was family in my heart.

theresa roman

December 8, 2012

Worked a long time ago with Mike, we were kids back then. Back then Mike was know as Big Dog ! Good boss, great friend ! Miss you Mike !

Clay Whisnant

December 6, 2012

Great guy worked with him for more than 10 years, would give you the shirt off his back!

Michael O'Neill

December 6, 2012

Our sincere sympathy to the Thompson family for their loss of beloved family member Mike. We were blessed to have spent some fun times with Mike, and we loved his wonderful cooking. It was not only a pleasure getting to know Mike, it was an honor.

Jim and Kristina Haley

December 6, 2012

Mike was my brother-in-law for 35 years, he was more like a brother to me than a brother-in-law. Mike was always fun to be around. We enjoyed riding motorcycles with him when he as in Clearfield. I will miss him dearly!

Bill Thomas

December 6, 2012

Great friend for 30 odd years. He'll be on every bike ride from now on! Condolences to the entire Thomson and extended families.

Phil Foodman

December 6, 2012

Phil Goodman

December 6, 2012

Mike was one of the "nice " guys. His heart was as big as his heart and his laugh made everyone around him laugh because you just had to. We will you Mike R.I.P. Sandy & Marianne Sadler

Sandy & Marianne Sadler

December 6, 2012

To Michaels Family - Just knowing Michael's Brother Mark - I can only imagine what a great guy Michael was. If he was half the person Mark is - then he was a gift to many. My prayers and condolences to the entire Thompson family.

Rich Gallo

December 6, 2012

I only met him once, but his larger than life presence, personality and sense of humor was a wonderful lasting impression. May he rest in peace and spread a little laughter in heaven.

Michelle McMullen

December 6, 2012

The Thompson Family: The passing of Mike is so sad. He always seemed so Happy & always Smiling. He will be missed by His Family & Friends but, we will all still have Woonderful Memories of Mike. God Bless Mike & All His Family, Love Linda & JP

Linda Pierce

December 6, 2012

2. Michael was a kindhearted, generous person. I was a target of his kindness and generosity.

Ron Clark

December 6, 2012

Mike left much too soon. He'll be remembered for his smile , sense of humor and his big heart. We loved seeing him at his brother, Mark's in Indiana, PA. Till we meet again...RIP.

Don and Myrna Kissinger

December 6, 2012

You will be missed cousin Mike. Rest in Peace, see you again sometime. :) xxoo

Jennifer Wisor-Skidmore

December 6, 2012

There will never be a more fun loving,generiuos,out going brother than Michael Dee. The memories he and I have shared would be worth writing a book about.I will miss him more than anyone knows. See you again Mike.

Mark Thompson

December 6, 2012

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