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Robert Thompson Obituary

Robert Earl Thompson, 62, beloved son of Walter Earl and Betty Jean Thompson, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on May 8, 2020. An avid fisherman and motorcyclist, he had many friends who appreciated him and his huge sense of humor. He enjoyed life to the fullest and always had a smile for everyone. He was a good friend to his friends. Robert leaves his daughter, Corinne (Matthew Schrenk) Thompson; step-son, Joshua (Kristen) Thompson; mother, Betty Thompson; sisters, Donna Thompson, Gail (Tracy) Bryson, Marlene Ririe, and Deanna Booth; brother-in-law Gary Albery; sister-in-law Mary Thompson; honorary brothers, Jon Strickland and Jamie Songstad; special friend, Virginia Walker; six grandchildren; plus numerous other relatives. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Preceding him to heaven are his dad, Walter; sister, Sandy Albery; brother and best friend, Gordon Thompson; grandparents; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. A gathering for a celebration of Robert's life will be announced in the future.

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Published by The Herald (Everett) from May 16 to May 18, 2020.

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Corky

May 25, 2020

never left without a big hug

Rain Granger/ Lorraine

May 24, 2020

Uncle Rob you were loved by so many relatives and friends. May you rest now and you will be remembered forever.
Niece Rain Granger

Karen McLaughlin

May 20, 2020

You were our friend and brother for years. We had a lot of fun from when I was 10 and John was 8. We, the Whittenberg, will miss you and one day my friend we will meet again. Thank you for being our family. We love and miss you.

Don Walker

May 18, 2020

We were so saddened to hear of Rob's passing. We miss him already!! There is comfort in knowing he is now with his brother and best friend Gordy, who he missed so much.

Darlene Larson

May 17, 2020

I remember uncle Rob babysitting us kids a couple of times so mom and dad could go out. I remember him taking us for a ride in his new Trans-am and thinking how cool he was.

Janet

May 17, 2020

Rest In Peace Robert gone too soon❤ Janet mattson

Virginia Walker

May 17, 2020

Rob will be loved and missed dearly by many. Another good, kind, loving soul taken to soon.

Heather monson

May 17, 2020

As the best friend full of fun and laughter, smiles,carying, he loved his daughter, thru thick and thin, l think of Rob often, what a joyful life he led, so sorry to hear this , family please call me, Heather Monson, 425 535 2060.......God bless family

Craig Albery

May 16, 2020

You will be greatly missed by so many!! Please give Sandy a huge hug for me!! RIP ❤

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