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David Thompson Obituary
David was born the son of Glen and Georgia (Knickerbocker) on April 27, 1949 in Tawas City. David was a roofer and a farmer, he was known by most as "Pig Farmer." David proudly served in the United States Air Force for four years.
David married his best friend, Tessie Torrente, on Aug. 25, 1972 in the Philippines and together they shared 44 years of marriage and raised five children. David enjoyed spending time outdoors, hunting, fishing, raising birds, farming, gardening and making maple syrup. He loved being able to spend time with his grandchildren and family.
David is survived by his wife Tessie and their children, Jay (Trisha) Thompson of Wasilla, Alaska, Lee (John) Cota of East Tawas, Elena (Carl) Berridge of East Tawas, Emily (Shawn) Baynes of Laingsburg and Elicia Thompson (Brandon Hart) of Charleston, S.C.; brothers and sisters, Mike Thompson of Oscoda, Dennis Thompson of East Tawas, Sue Thompson of Arizona, Diana Hennigar of Traverse City and Linda (Tony) Pellka of Jeddo; 15 grandchildren, Bryce and Tayler Thompson, Daniel, Shaylin, Shawnacee, Addison, Aaliyah, Jace and Aspen Cota, Carl, Robert and Samantha Berridge, Shaily, Aden and Layla Baynes; and several nieces and nephews and friends. David was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Sherry Dumont.
Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions toward plants and trees in his honor, for his family, may be made to: Harger's Feed & Garden Supply, 4711 Baker Rd., Glennie, MI 48737, 989-735-2277. Condolences may be shared at www.bureshfuneralhomes.com.
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Larry Preston
May 16, 2017
Dear Tessie and family. I just returned from California and heard of David's passing. This is a sad moment as he was a deeply caring person. As a boy, visiting grandpa and grandma's farm, I always looked forward to seeing Dave. We spend hours studying baseball cards and the other things around the farm. I planned to be in East Tawas next week, I wonder if I could stop in to see you. Let me know. My email address is [email protected]. Again, my condolences. Larry
Jim Owens
May 10, 2017
Emily and Family,
Death is not the end, though it is a bitter loss. I hope and pray you are comforted by the spirit of love your dad sowed throughout his life into his much-cherished family and beyond. Peace be with you all.
Nicole Reinhart-Huberty
May 10, 2017
Emily and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Daniel Cota
May 10, 2017
Even if I didn't get to see you all the time due to me living in California. I always thought of you as my grandfather. You always made me laugh when I went over for dinner with you and Nana with my Dad Lee and my sisters. Going fishing with you and my father when I was younger was always fun and worth the bug bites. I'm sorry for the suffering you had to endure and the pain you had to live with recently. I pray for your soul and for our family to get through this time of sadness. Thank you for everything Papi.
Elaine Pogoncheff
May 9, 2017
Emily and family -- I was saddened to hear of your father's passing. I will keep you all in my prayers during this time of sorrow.
May 9, 2017
Emily,
I wish you and your family the best during this difficult time. Mark Cosgrove
Debra Abbott
May 8, 2017
I was so sorry to hear of Dave's death may the Lord bless you in this time of sorrow
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