David L. Thompson

David L. Thompson obituary

David L. Thompson

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David Thompson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Highlands Family-Owned Funeral Home - Louisville on Oct. 10, 2025.

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David L. Thompson, 87 of Louisville, passed away on Thursday, October 9th, 2025.

He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. David was full of life and loved Indi Race Car. He had a heart of gold and never met a stranger.

David was preceded in death by his mother, Helen E. Shaw and his grandmother, Mary Shaw , his brother, Tom Willis and sister, Bev Bush.

He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Gail Ravenscroft Thompson, his sons, Jim Thompson (Lynn), Mike Thompson (Penny), and Stephen Ravenscroft (Shannon), his daughters, Sherry Pope (Ted) and Janice Ashby (Dale) and one brother, Tim Willis (Stacy).

Visitation will be Wednesday, October 15th from 3:00pm - 8:00pm at Highlands Funeral Home, 3331 Taylorsville Rd. His funeral service will be Thursday at 12:00pm at the funeral home.

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We´re so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet dad. May all of the beautiful memories live in your hearts forever! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
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Upcoming Events

Oct

15

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Highlands Family-Owned Funeral Home

3331 Taylorsville Road, KY 40205

Send Flowers

Oct

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Service

12:00 p.m.

Highlands Family-Owned Funeral Home

3331 Taylorsville Road, KY 40205

Send Flowers