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Samuel Thompson Obituary

Thompson, Samuel Mt. Morris Township Age 57, died Saturday, February 25, 2017. Funeral services will be held 6 PM Thursday, March 2, 2017 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek. Visitation will be held 12 PM until time of service at the funeral home on Thursday. Those desiring may make contributions to charity of one's choice. Mr. Thompson was born in Flint, Michigan, the son of the late D. V. and Anita (Harvey) Thompson. Sam married Sharon Porter on November 25, 1978 in Flint. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, hunting, and fishing. Sam worked for and was a member of Iron workers Local 25 since 1986. Surviving are: wife, Sharon of Mt. Morris Twp.; children, Crystal (Michael) Mathews of Burton, Tony (Alisha) Thompson of Mt. Morris Twp., Angela Thompson of Mt. Morris Twp., Travis (Daniella) Thompson of New Mexico; grandchildren, Kurstin, Ethan, Wyatt, Zoe, Clair, Hayden, Gunner and Madison. Sam is also survived by his siblings, Dee (Judy) Thompson, Jerry (Faye) Thompson, Darrell Thompson, Larry Thompson, Diane Willis, Jody (Randy) Bowen, Danny Thompson, Billy Thompson, Martha (Ray) Hillier; many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his brother Jimmy Thompson. Online condolences may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Flint Journal from Feb. 25 to Feb. 28, 2017.

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March 1, 2017

Hey guys,
So sad to hear of Sam's death. Did not know he was sick. Wish I could come up there but right now I can only drive short distances. Jody was the one that let me know about his death. Dee give me a call 615-907-3272.
David and Carol Simpson

February 26, 2017

Love you my brother.jody

Lisa Sackett

February 26, 2017

All our Love and Prayers to all of you, from all of our families. We remember you and love you Uncle Sammy. To all our family, we are thinking about you all. Lisa Sackett, Randy Bowen,Stacey Everett

Melody Thompson

February 26, 2017

So sad to hear of Sams passing. We have so many fun & great memories of times spent together. Prayers & hugs ❤ Love, Danny, Melody, Johnathon, Hannah & Kaylyn

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