Silver Spring, Maryland
RUSSELL BURTON THOMPSON "Burt" Russell Burton Thompson, age 56, of Naples, FL formerly of Silver Spring, MD passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 after a long battle with cancer. Burt was a cherished husband and father and will be missed by his family and many friends. He is survived...
Read MoreBurt was a true mentor during the time that I worked at Grady. I looked at him like a father figure because he was kind, gentle and very Regal. I will miss you Burt. Liz, please accept my condolences. Fruh Achu (AKA Naomi Achu). Silver Spring, MD.
Fruh Achu
August 25, 2011 | Silver Spring, MD
Burt was the kind of person who leaves a foot print in your life. He was a selfless man who enjoyed helping others and sincerely cared about someone’s best interests. Burt had a unique personality but once you got to know Burt it was clear that he was someone with integrity, honesty, loyalty, compassion, dedication and would be a true friend to you till the end! For some Burt was their true love, amazing father, strong son, great brother, mentor and friend. For me Burt was someone very...
Deani Marks
August 19, 2011 | Frederick, MD
Very very sorry to hear of about Burt. Burt was one of our most favorite people of all time, a master in his field and always happy to share his knowledge with anyone willing to learn. He was a true warrior, devoted husband, father and friend and will be missed very much. Liz and Katie my sincere condolences. Brenda Valentino (Royal Oaks Apts.)
August 17, 2011
Many great memories from our days at the Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad, Inc. May all of the good memories of Burt's life comfort family and friends now, and in the future.
Paul H Sterling Jr
August 16, 2011 | Ocean View, DE
Burt was one of my first mentors at Grady. I have many fond memories of him. I learned so much from him and I could always count on Burt to stand up for me. Liz, I am so sorry for your much, much, much too soon loss.
Bobbi Bullen
August 16, 2011 | Baltimore, MD
He was the best man I ever knew. He made me a better person. We shared life for a brief time and we share the best of both of us in Katie. Thank you for touching our lives, you will always be thought of with love.
Tina Thompson
August 16, 2011 | Dade City, FL
Burt came into my life when i was 7 years old, he was the greatest second dad a girl could ever have. I say "second dad" instead of step dad because there was never any step involved in Burts love for me or mine for him. From the day we became family he embraced me and loved me as if i was his own child. I will never forget the love and care he gave me or all the memories we made together as a family.
Burt I love you and miss you, I promise to always continue to be the good "big...
jessi warren
August 16, 2011 | Westly Chapel, FL
I only knew Burt a short time however his strong will and love of life and dedication to his job and family will be missed, so much was learned that has affected many in life and he will live thru many -many prayers to the family and friends
robert myrick
August 15, 2011 | Odenton, MD
Burt, we will miss you so much! We will forever cherish your sly sense of humor, good will, love of family, and goodness. You, Liz, Katie, Ron, Bob, Bettyann, Robert and Bruch are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Pat, Bill, Erin & Ben
Pat McMullen
August 15, 2011 | Severna Park, MD