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Wendell Verne "The Boss" Thompson

Wendell Verne "The Boss" Thompson obituary

Wendell Thompson Obituary

Wendell Verne Thompson "The Boss" Wendell was born May 11, 1931 in Canton, IL. He died May 28th 2011 at the age of 80. Wendell served in the USMC and was a Korean War veteran. He had been an IBEW LU #76 Wireman for the last 57 years. He was an avid golfer and former President of the Brookdale Men's Club. He loved to do woodworking projects and was a member of the Freemasons. He loved his family and friends very much. Wendell is survived by his wife Donna of 57 years, sister Betty Frank, and five children, Debbie, Kevin, Kirk, Stan and Joann. He had eleven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A celebration of Wendell's life will be held Monday, June 6th,2011 at 3:00PM at the Fir Lane Chapel in Spanaway, WA. Donations in his memory to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Jun. 3, 2011.

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Michael Schwartz

June 15, 2011

I only met wendall 2 times but both times were very fun. He was very interesting to talk and had fun stories to tell. I know one day the family will have this wonderful man back.

Kevin Thompson

June 6, 2011

Wendell was a loving father and a great man. He had an abundance of knowledge and taught me so many things. He was always an inspiration to me. He did many wonderfull things for many people.
I miss him very much and look forward to a time when I can see him again.

June 5, 2011

Dear Donna & Family,

Was saddened to hear of Windy passing, have been trying to remember your visit back to Illinois to visit Aunt Bulah, Grandma Bright, and dad. I will be thinking of you tomorrow.

Love

Chuck Bright

janice kniep

June 3, 2011

Wendell Thompson, we love you always! You taught us so many things, but most of all you taught us to laugh and laugh out loud! You are the best and will be so very very missed!

Janice Kniep

June 3, 2011

This is a wonderful man. He made everyone laugh, he had such charisma and charm. He was our loud-talking, big booming laugh Dad. He always gave me a reason to and chuckle and touched my heart with his love and laughter. He is my children's Grandpa T! You will be so very much missed down here, but alas Heaven has a new booming angel! Love & Hugs Forever! Janice (now Grandma to Shelby Thompson)

Lorraine Thompson

June 3, 2011

Wendell was a man who knew how to love his family. He did it without reservation and with arms wide open. I was so lucky to know him and be part of his family the past 17 years. I will miss him much.

Diana Thompson

June 3, 2011

Wendell was a wonderful father in-law. Because of him believing in family working together, I was able to experienced several family building projects, and actually learned how to build a house(es). Not everyone can say that. I will miss him and his loud booming voice that let everyone know he was present.

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