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2020

Richard Thompson Obituary

PITTSBURG- Richard Thompson, 75, died August 15 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born May 27, 1945 to Oscar and Charlene Thompson. His wife, Cathie Thompson, survives at home. Other survivors include sisters Marylyn Kilgore & Patty Beard, and brothers Robert Thompson & Terald Thompson. Four children, Rich Thompson, Suzzanne Lee Thompson, Wendy Ashley and Jami Thompson. Grandchildren, Jayce & Alexis Thompson, Zane Thompson, Casey, Makena & Elissa Ashley and several nieces & nephews. Richard worked as a maintenance supervisor for several years at New Hope Services in Pittsburg, KS.
Family and friends will have a celebration of life gathering on Saturday, September 12th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Homer Cole Community Center, 3003 N Joplin, Pittsburg, KS 66762. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested for Rivercross Hospice, 9920 E 42nd St #201, Tulsa, OK 74146.

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Published by Morning Sun on Aug. 21, 2020.

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Terald Thompson

August 15, 2023

Dear Brother,
You influenced my life more than I ever told you.

Terald Thompson

September 7, 2020

My Dear Brother,
Thank you for all that you have done, both as a brother and as a friend. I am grateful to have had you in my life. You will be missed, but never forgotten.
Semper Fi.

Mary denouden

August 23, 2020

So, sorry for your loss! I didn’t know him personally but I know two that will be missing there father so... Rich and Susie, I’m a truly sorry for your loss and pray God will bring you both peace! Luv ya guys always
Mary and Mike

bill guiles

August 22, 2020

I will miss you RT-- Rest in peace

Michael O'Dell

August 21, 2020

Richard was a very personable man. I never seen him in a bad mood. Sorry for the family's loss he will be missed

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