Carl Stassen Thompson
Carl Stassen Thompson
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Stassen was a graduate of Lyon County High School and Murray State University, where he earned a bachelor's and master's degree and was a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity. He went on to earn a Doctorate in Agricultural Economics at the University of Kentucky. Stassen worked at Clemson University for nearly 38 years; first, as a Professor of Teaching and Research in Agricultural Economics and then as Director of Land Management. He also served as President of the Faculty Senate during his time at Clemson University. Stassen was a member of Clemson First Baptist Church. He loved to play and watch basketball as well as golf.
Stassen was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Gary Thompson. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sherry Thompson of Seneca, who he met and married while at Murray State, and his son, Todd Thompson (Hannah) of Scotts Valley, California and daughter, Taryn Kuebelbeck (Jason) of Plymouth, Minnesota. He is also survived by his 7 grandchildren- Seri and Rex Thompson of Scotts Valley, California and Hallie, Cece, Tessa, Millie, and Matilda Kuebelbeck of Plymouth, Minnesota. As well as nephews Shawn Thompson of Eddyville, Kentucky, Jared Thompson (Tanna) of Mayfield, Kentucky, Benjamin Wolff (Katie) of Louisville, Kentucky and one niece, Paige Calloway (Cody) of Junction City, Kansas.
A memorial service will be held at the Madren Center, 230 Madren Center Dr, Clemson, SC on Friday, September 23 at 3:00 pm with visitation prior starting at 1:30pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Lewy Body Dementia Association (lbda.org), Michael J Fox Foundation (michaeljfox.org), Prostate Cancer Foundation (pcf.org), or Hospice of the Foothills Fund (864-885-7912). He loved and was loved greatly- he will be missed immensely.
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Bill Amspacher
February 28, 2023
Sherry, it is February 28,2023 as I write and I have just read of Stassen´s passing. I hope you know I would have written sooner had I known. Stassen was my mentor, advisor, and I considered him a dear friend. I am so sorry that I did not stay in touch after our visit several years ago. I will be inTodd´s area next week and will try my best to see if I can find him.
Ken Robinson, rural sociology colleague and former student
February 22, 2023
I am saddened to hear about Dr. Stassen Thompson's passing. I fondly recall my conversations with him when he would occasionally stop by my office in Barre Hall to ask a question or to impart knowledge. I will miss him.
Arlene Privette
September 22, 2022
Sherry, sorry to learn of Stasson´s death. Fondly remember all of you, even Vindicator (I think that was your bulldog). Will be praying for you and your family. Arlene Privette
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Candy Adams
September 22, 2022
Stassen was a joy to talk to and work with, we will truly miss him at Caldwell Co Farm Bureau. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! So sorry for your loss
Candy Adams
Joy Owen White
September 22, 2022
I was a high school classmate of Stassen and so sad to hear of his passing. Had it not been for him, I would never have passed Biology. He was a fun sweet guy. My sympathy to his family. He was a special guy.
Suresh
September 21, 2022
Sherry, Todd and Taryn, we are deeply saddened to hear of Dr. Thompson's passing. He was not only my major advisor while I was at Clemson, but also a mentor and a close family friend. We will always remember him with fondness for his love and affection for us. Please accept our sympathies. Vignesh, Suki and Suresh
Stephen Slice
September 21, 2022
I'm very sorry to hear of Dr. Thomson's passing. I took his class in the MS program in 81 to 83. Learned a lot from him. He showed me much grace and kindness during my time in graduate school.
Joyce Gray Bynum
September 21, 2022
Sherry, I am so sorry to hear of Stassen´s passing. He was always so good to me when I was a kid. I remember going with Curly, Laverne and Gary to your graduation from nursing school and Stassen telling me that could be me someday - graduating from college! That experience and those words made a difference in my life and for that, I am forever grateful! Praying for you all during this difficult time!
David Hughes
September 21, 2022
So sorry to learn of Dr. Stassen's passing. He certainly made a huge contribution to Clemson and others as well.
John Rowland
September 20, 2022
I am saddened to hear of Stassen´s passing. Sherry, you and all of the family are in my prayers. It was a pleasure to know him at MSU and as a fraternity brother.
Cary and Royce Caines
September 20, 2022
We were saddened to learn of Dr. Thompson's passing. He was always so vital and cheerful. I worked with him in Ag Econ at Clemson for many years and continued to see him when he worked in land management (his office was down the hall). My husband had him in class in the M.S. program. Please know we are praying for the family.
Laveeta Story
September 20, 2022
Sherry, so sorry to hear of Stassen´s death. We have good memories from long ago at MSU.
Laveeta and Steve Story
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