Lyle Marion Thompson, 71, of Camas, Wash., passed away November 8, 2010 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. He was born December 27, 1938 to Ray and Mary Thompson in Forest Grove, Ore. He married Shirley Amundson on October 19, 1963 in Beaverton, Ore. He was a funeral home owner and operator for 36 years in Beaverton, Ore. He was a member of Rotary, Optimists for over twenty years. He served in the Army Reserves from 1960-1970 as a Sergeant. He is survived by his spouse, Shirley Ann Thompson of Camas, Wash.; daughter, Julie Sherrill of Banks, Ore.; son, Troy Thompson of Parker, Colo.; sisters, Kathleen Lee and Lillian Juntunen; mother, Mary Thompson of Forest Grove, Ore. and five grandchildren. A Visitation will be held November 11, 2010 at the Ramon Room at Forest Lawn, Cathedral City, Calif. Services will also be held at a later date at Portland First Church of the Nazarene in Portland, Ore. The family suggests that donations be made to Eisenhower Medical Center. Forest Lawn Memorial-Parks & Mortuaries.

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Published by The Desert Sun on Nov. 11, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Lyle Thompson

19 Entries

Jim and JoLynn Vegh

November 23, 2010

Shirley, Dear One,
We have known you only a short while but feel like it's been forever...Lyle was such a man of God who was surrounded by God's Peace and Wisdom. He didn't talk too much in a group but, BOY!!, when he shared his thoughts everyone stopped and listened...It was important, what he shared. We were so blessed to have shared Liberty's Festival with you two here in the Treasure Valley of Idaho...Lyle was our 'Captain', Break Reader and Stable Presence...there was such a relaxing feel while we hit that little ball around the 18....What a delightful Gentleman, your Lyle was and is...Please feel free to call anytime to just chat....we're looking forward to being with you in the desert next year....we all will feel his absence....
You are loved by us and all at the small group...

Sandra Batchelar Villeneuve

November 22, 2010

I remember Lyle from Hillsboro High School as a friendly, kind person. I'm sorry for your loss.

November 22, 2010

Shirley:

We are praying for you and your family. May God bless and comfort you.

Ivon and Hazel Wilson

November 21, 2010

Dear Shirley and Family,

My wife Mary and I worked with Lyle at PP&S in the early 1980's. We will always remember those years and our interactions with your family with fondness.

We wish you well in every way. We feel for you in your great loss.

George Bradley

www.ThinkRenaissance.org

Jerry O'Brien

November 21, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the Thompson Family. Lyle was definitely one of the most positive individuals I have met. Loved working beside him at Camas Meadows golf course. Watching him with his "girl" Shirley golfing or listening to him explain the virtues of a dozen donuts always would bring a smile to my face. Miss you much Lyle.

Joe Kaltenbach

November 20, 2010

My wife Terry and me met Lyle and Shirley in the small group from church at Shadow Hills in Indio. I will always remember his smile, humility and good sense of humor. He will be missed. May God bless and comfort you Shirley.

Neal & Frances Putman

November 19, 2010

We will miss Lyle very much . We have had a great time over the years we have known Lyle . Lot of Gospel Concerts , going out to breakfast after church , working the tennis tournament . We would not have known Liberty Quartet as well as we do if it was not for Lyle and Shirley.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Rich Bentson

November 18, 2010

As one of the "Corn Town" kids, I am saddend to hear of Lyle's passing. Shirley ( Hoffman ) Jammerson E- Mailed me here in Alaska and let me know of his death. Since highschool I have seen Lyle twice, once in Alaska in the mid 1970's and 3 years ago at our 50th highschool reunion. He was no different either of those times than he was in gradeschool; energetic outgoing and positive. I'm sure Lyle packed 140 years of living into his 71 years of life.
My sincere condolences to his family.

Rich Bentson

November 18, 2010

Lyle was a "good guy". Knew him in the 70's thru US Bank on SW 20th and later talked with him at Tara Largo. Neat guy. s/Mac Heitzhausen, Eagle Crest Resort.

Staff of Pegg, Paxson & Springer Funeral Chapel Funeral Chapel

November 18, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

November 17, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of Lyle's death. I hadn't seen him since high school, but know he was the same kind person he was then. Am sure he will be missed tremendously. Shirley (Hoffman) Jamerson

Art and Chris Slaback

November 16, 2010

Lyle was a member of our Home Group and what I will remember most is he always had a smile on his face and he always had a positive attitude and good things to say about everyone. he loved life.
Art and Chris (Indio)

November 16, 2010

Lyle and his wife, Shirley, were active members of our Sun City Shadow Hills Bible Study Group of the Southwest Community Church, Indian Wells, CA.

Lyle always exhibited tremendous enthusiasm in his life as a devoted Christian. He was knowledgeable and demonstrated effective leadership in our Study Group. He touched many lives and exerted a strong spiritual influence upon those with whom he associated. He was definitely a "warrior for Christ" and we were blessed through his acquaintance.

Dr. Jack and Joanne Sellers
80856 Camino Santa Elise
Indio, CA 92203
760-469-2184

Erin Phelps

November 12, 2010

I worked for Lyle for a short time in 1984. Things didn't work out for me to stay working there, but Lyle never was anything but kind to me in helping me find another position and giving advise. I had some hard feelings at the time, but in time I realized that it was a growth opportunity and a life lesson.

Several years after I had started my business, I ran into Lyle at church, he asked me how things were going with the new business. I told him things were going very well and how God was really blessing my family. He then told me how proud he was of what I had done in so little time, it felt very good to hear this from a former employer and person who had done well for themselves in the funeral industry.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lorraine & Leon Pettitt

November 12, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

November 11, 2010

lyle & i played many a round of golf together.he was a good friend & all round good guy.his friends in the beaverton golf league are sad to hear of his passing.tim thompson

Gary Lundberg

November 10, 2010

Lyle and I go back to his Miller and Tracy days. We often had lunch and was able to give some assistance to him on 'road trips', services when he had two at the same time and offering a helping hand at the office. I was with the bank at the time and he would ask for me to 'stop by' after work. Fortunately I was able to have lunch and coffee during his last month.

Dan Brenneman

November 10, 2010

I always enjoyed calling on Lyle. He was a fountain of knowledge. If there was anything going on in the funeral industry, Lyle was on top of it!

Dan Brenneman casket sales rep

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