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Robert B. Thompson

1928 - 2014

Robert B. Thompson obituary, 1928-2014, Sun City, AZ

BORN

1928

DIED

2014

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Menke Funeral & Cremation Center - Sun City

12420 N 103rd Ave.

Sun City, Arizona

Robert Thompson Obituary

Thompson, Robert B.
Bob was born July 29, 1928 in Phoenix, Arizona, he entered into rest July 23, 2014 surrounded by his family and loved ones. His wife, Helen, who preceded him, was married to the love of his life for over 61 years. Bob was an avid hunter and an outdoors man. He served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II and The Korean War. Bob worked for Arizona Public Service Company for over 40 years as a journeyman lineman. He is survived by his sons; Brock, Richard, and Stan, 7 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Bob's life will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 2, 2014 at Menke Funeral Home Chapel, 12420 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ 85351 (623) 979-6451. Please visit www.menkefuneralhome.com to leave condolences.

Published by The Arizona Republic on Jul. 30, 2014.
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Uncle Bob and Aunt Helen stepped in and helped Mom, Rob, and I in the hour of out greatest need and even though Mom and her brother didn't see eye to eye on many levels, he was always their to help her when she needed it. He had a big heart and he will be greatly missed.

Delinda Hoverson/Price

July 31, 2014

Dear Thompson Family,

Our deepest sympathy in this time of loss.

Every Marine, past and present is an honored part of our family.

We will never forget the bravery and enormous sacrifice of his generation.

Semper Fi,

Patrick Rice
Marine Corps League
Detachment 1296
East Valley Marines

Patrick Rice

July 31, 2014

What a great man. Bob will be missed by many. My thanks to Bob and Helen for being the best Grandparents to my boys. So glad they have so many great memories of their life with you. Rest in Peace Bob.

Mona Evans

July 30, 2014

Love you so much Grandpa!! You were one a kind! You showed us the meaning of life... on it like that!!

Erin Thompson

July 30, 2014

Love you grandpa! You set the bar high! Miss u

Jodi Thompson

July 30, 2014

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