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1943
DIED
2015
Galen Thompson Obituary
Memories and Condolences
for Galen Thompson
25 Entries
Dave Carey
August 19, 2015
I love ya Tuff! You continue to be an inspiration to me and all the guy's lives you touched. You were and still are my hero. God bless you and your family
June 9, 2015
I played for Coach at PARK HILLS H.S. 1972 and 1973. He was always on you to work hard to be better in sports and life.
REST IN PEACE COACH.
Kevin Kreiger
June 6, 2015
Sorry to learn of Tuffy;s passing. I remember him well as a youngster watching him play sports in Troy, Ohio in the 1950,s He was always nice to me. Ed Oxley
May 30, 2015
Tuffy, May you rest in peace! We have known you, since the Clay St Gang & first grade. You played baseball with Dave. And Dave looked forward to talking w/you at every reunion! You have touched the hearts of so many young men throughout your coaching career! And, you most likely changed the direction, of many of these young men that may have gone astray w/o your guidance & advice! Rest in peace--you will be missed! Mel & Dave Swisher
Andy Stephens
May 29, 2015
A great man and coach! I am glad i was able to play under him at Tecumseh. My condolences to the family.
Peter Swann
May 29, 2015
I never stopped thinking about you coach. You not only inspired all of us on the football field, but also on the field of life!
Monte Magill
May 27, 2015
Thanks, Coach, for bringing out the best in so many of us on the football field. The many lessons learned ended being "life" lessons. Caring thoughts to all your family.
Mike Downing
May 26, 2015
To Kurt & family, my deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. May you find peace during this difficult time.
Bob & Mel Bigi
May 26, 2015
Wishing your family strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Mary (Fortaleza) Fowler
May 25, 2015
Thank-you coach for getting me through drivers ed. You were one of the best teachers I ever had. It was a great summer. You will be missed.
May 24, 2015
Dear Kurt, we are so sorry for your great loss and send our love and prayers to you and your family.
With much sympathy, Barney and Susie
Brad Ryles
May 24, 2015
Thanks Coach, the number of boys you helped mold into men is immeasurable. It was such an honor to have played on team under you, a true loss to Tecumseh students. I hope you can find peace on the other side and your family can find it here knowing you have moved onto better place at this time.
Damian "Buddy" Dirscherl
May 23, 2015
Rest in peace, Tuffy, because the competition and battle are over; the joys you brought to others can now be everlasting for you. He and I were buddies in his backyard fantasy baseball games on Troy's Clay St.; and we competed in the Ross St., sound end "games." What a memory: he on my bike handlebars; me with eyes closed; he directing me where and how to steer! Tuffy was a "mojo" guy -- a guy we all were fortunate to know and enjoy.
Dan Meyers
May 23, 2015
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Steve Cockrell
May 23, 2015
Just so many memories of him. Most all of them tied to playing football under him. I can still see him chewing the tape, yelling at whoever for a play gone bad and giving a kind word when it was needed. A very sad day for Fairborn Alumni and everyone that knew Tuffy. You will be missed coach! R.I.P.
Scot Dorrough
May 23, 2015
A great man, a great coach, taught us to be great players and men through this road of life. He prepared us to make the sacrifices required to be professionals and conquer whatever our dreams should be. God bless you Coach Thompson.
- The Dorrough Family; 1974 PHHS
Rick Grissom
May 23, 2015
Goodbye Coach, I will never forget you. Thank you for helping me achieve and enjoy one of th best times in my life as well as helping me through the worst time in my life. I owe much of who I am now to your guidance and example.
God bless you and your family.
Tom and Letitia Myers
May 22, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with Tuffy's family and friends. He will certainly be missed by all that knew him as class mates in Troy and all the students he has mentored and coached at Fairborn and Tecumseh.
Aubrey Thompson
May 22, 2015
So sorry for your loss! He was a great man! Heaven has definitely gained a an awesome angel!!
Jan Fyffe
May 22, 2015
I first met Tuffy at work. As a new teacher to Fairborn High School, I had no idea that the man at my door, calling out for a student, was a co-worker. His gruff, determined voice, and the surprise of his entrance made me jump in my seat about six inches. Scared me to death but made me laugh at the same time. When I told Tuffy the story later, he laughed and laughed. I was blessed to have known him and worked with him. He will be missed.
May 22, 2015
Thanks for the memories Tuffy. We go back a long way, even before team mates. Everyone will miss you. Rest in peace, you deserve it. mike myers..........
May 22, 2015
One of those voices defining right and wrong to me to this day. It is a special person who gives wisdom to young people that sustains them through life. Thank You, Coach Thompson.
J Scott Bembry, M.D.
May 22, 2015
It is with a sad heart that I write this. Tuffy was a wonderful person, great coach, and a devoted friend to all those that were his friends. His life is one to emulate with his kindness, warm smile, and great character. We will will miss you, Tuffy.
May 22, 2015
So sorry to learn of loss of Tuffy. Was a team mate and class mate of Tuffy at Troy High. Great memories and many stories. Great oompetitor and an inspiration for his teammates. Jim & Judy Roediger
Bruce Porter
May 22, 2015
As one of his players from Park Hills HS. He will be missed. He was one of those coaches you loved to play for. We would have ran through a wall for him. May he rest in peace.
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