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Donald Thompson Obituary
Age 68, passed away peacefully November 26, 2019, surrounded by family after his courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of 40 years of Cheryl (nee Czerwinski). Loving and cherished father of Courtney Thompson and Rebecca Thompson-Dronjak (Dusko). Awesome bumpa of Shane, Madeline and Nina. Preceded in death by father, Donald, mother Lorraine "Pedie" Machak (nee LePine), brothers Paul and Garth and brother in law Dave Ruby. Survived by sister Beth Ruby, brother John (Julie), sister Karen (Jim) Lex, sister Maria Ledger, step brother John (Veronica) Lerjarzar and brother in law Jeff (Darlene) Czerwinski. Further survived by nieces, nephews, many relatives and friends.
Don was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran and recent retiree of Alverno College after 41 years of dedicated service.
Donations accepted online via GoFundMe/Don Thompson's memorial fund or directly to the family greatly appreciated.
A celebration of Don's life will be held in January. Please check the Funeral Home website (www.SuminskiFuneralHome.com) for day and time updates.
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Sponsored by Heritage Funeral Home – East Side - Farwell.
Don in my office to fix something. Saw a microwave bowl holder on my desk and put it on his head. Was always good for a laugh. He will be missed.
Josie Weishaar
December 17, 2019
Jerry Dutscheck
December 9, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family and all who were lucky enough to know him. I was so fortunate to be able to spend an inordinate amount of time with Don "at work" and working with him making all of the funny videos that we did that were appreciated by so many people. There was so much that he did that never made it on camera (or could never be shown -if we wanted to stay employed...) Every time we would have to stop as we would be laughing so hard- His quick wit and irreverent, sharp sense of humor were a true blessing. Golfing with him was always fun as well. He even made the normal work days more fun. I am proud that we were friends. I will miss you Don!
December 9, 2019
I first met Don at his mother's wedding to my uncle Robert Machak. I've worked at Alverno for 33 years. During the early years when I would see him I would ask how his mother and my uncle were doing. Then there were the later years when he would have lunch on Tuesdays with his mother. He was a devoted son.
I'm happy that I got to know Don and that he helped me get into my file cabinet when I locked all my keys in it.
I will keep Don and his family in my prayers.
Peace, Sister Sharon Kubes
Courtney Thompson
December 7, 2019
My message is simple, my dad was the MOST amazing father anyone could ask for! He loved us girls with all of his heart and then some. He was a wonderful bumpa to my children and my sister's daughter. He was a devoted husband to my mom. A funny uncle cornflakes to my cousins, a supportive brother to his siblings and a wonderful, faithful friend to those that were lucky enough to be in his life. My dad was my hero and now he's my angel! I love you, daddy!
virginia wagner
December 6, 2019
Loved seeing Don and working with him at Alverno. You could count on him to bring humor, a little sarcasm, hard work and creativity to every situation. He is missed.
December 5, 2019
Dear Cheri and Family,
We're so sorry to hear of your loss. I can still picture Don and Bob setting up the volleyball net every year for the Kravit summer picnics. Don always had a big smile for everyone. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Kim and Bob Vitrano
ML Cogar
December 5, 2019
We all relied on Don here at Alverno--not just his work, but his warm, funny, kindly presence helped to hold things together and keep things on track for us all. Here's to you, Don! You are appreciated, valued, and missed.
Colleen Barnett
December 5, 2019
Funny guy! Dedicated guy! Loved his family!!! He is missed at Alverno!
Zohreh Emami
December 4, 2019
Don was a cherished colleague at Alverno.
BARBARA GLEASON
December 4, 2019
PRAYERS TO CHERYL AND FAMILY
Chris Renstrom
December 4, 2019
I was so so sorry to hear of Don's passing. I knew him well from my 30+ years at Alverno. He was a great guy funny and always willing to lend a hand and his talents. He will be dearly missed.
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