Harold J. Thompson

THOMPSON Harold J. Thompson, 73, of Johnstown, died February 19, 2009 at Mount Carmel East, Columbus. He was born January 24, 1936 in Delaware Co. to the late Harold J. and Louise A. (Hoffner) Thompson, Sr. Harold was a 45 year member of I.B.E.W., Local #71, past member of the I.B.E.W. Executive Board and a member of the Delaware Eagles #326. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Connie Y. (Vance) Thompson of Johnstown; sons and daughters-in-law, Rick and Diane Thompson of Rushville, John and Lisa Thompson of Gahanna, Jerry Thompson of Johnstown; daughters and sons-in-law, Cindy and Tom Ratcliffe of Lancaster, Cheryl and Frank Dillon of Utica; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; cousin, Chuck and Carole Brill of Gahanna; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law; nieces and nephews; beloved pets, Stedman, Coco and Annie. He was preceded in death by his brothers Bobby and Donald Thompson, sister Phillis Davenport. Friends may call 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Sunday, February 22, 2009 at LAW-BAKER FUNERAL HOME, 34 N. Main St., Utica. The funeral service will be Monday, February 23, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Law-Baker Funeral Home wiith Rev. Kenneth Libby officiciating. Burial will follow in Liberty Cemetery, Johnstown.