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Roger Thompson Obituary
Died: July 23, 2023
Roger W. Thompson, 85, of Hoffman Estates, at rest July 23, 2023. Roger was born in Dekalb to Wallace and Ellen Thompson, née Hemming. Roger graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, which he would put to good use during his professional career. He enlisted in the Navy in the early years of the Vietnam War and proudly served his country for 4 years as a Corpsman. After his service ended, Roger started working for Culligan in their laboratory, where he stayed for many years before he was ready for a change. He decided to sell insurance before retiring early. Roger is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Kathleen "Kathy" Thompson, née Turko; son Michael (Stacey, née Clark) Thompson; granddaughter Noelle Thompson; sister Janet Engstrom; and many nieces and nephews. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Wallace and Ellen; and his brothers-in-law Robert F. Turko and Robert Engstrom. Visitation Sunday, July 30, 2023 from 2-6pm at Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 185 E. Northwest Hwy., Palatine, Il 60067, with a service starting at 5:30pm. For information 847-359-8020 or www.smithcorcoran.com.
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Linda Spencer MacReynolds
July 29, 2023
Sending condolences to the family, remembering Roger as a school friend, his sister Janet, and his cousin Jim Anderson. We all went to school together at DHS in DeKalb where we had many great memories. Roger RIP.
James N. and Beverly Anderson
July 28, 2023
Roger was a cousin on my mother's side. We grew up together in DeKalb and remained close throughout the years albeit miles apart. Roger was best man at our wedding. Roger's strength was in his character and quiet demeanor. He was intensely loyal to his principles, to his family, to his country, and to his friends. No higher tribute can be made to anyone. Roger will be missed by all of us who knew and loved him.
God bless Kathy, Michael and the entire Thompson family.
James N. and Beverly Anderson
Green Valley, AZ
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