Ertle 83 Thompson

To June and all the Thompson Clan,
I have so many fond memories of Ertle from class and seeing him ride along JPA on his bicycle. I wanted to tell him that I defended my dissertation at WVU and Pat Obenauf was on my committee, but time did not allow for that. Hope you read this in heaven. The last we talked was on your doorstep when you signed my petition to run for Cville city council in 2003. You signed and smiled then said you vote for the Democrats and I was running as an independent. We both laughed. I will always remember that laugh and sense of humor. Thanks Ertle for so many inspiring memories.

June and all the family,
Our love and prayers go out to you in the loss of Ertle. May God give you all peace and comfort as you deal with life without the strength and love that he brought to your family.

I appreciated Ertle's kindness to me when we taught together at Curry. His love of science and passion for teaching were his hallmarks.

Mike and family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. He was a true gentleman and I always admired his kindness to everyone. I will always remember him for his help on a Jr. High science project when he assisted me with obtaining chemicals.

Sincerely,

Steve R. Blackwell

Ertle was my colleague for thirty-one years -- he was passionate in what he believed, showed integrity in his dealings with students, and was a solidly good man.

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June, Michael, Harriett and Bennie:

My sincere condolences for your loss. Dr. Thompson and I worked together for several years as student, Graduate Assistant and as a local teacher. He was very strong and respected in his approach to Science Education. His leadership was National as well as Statewide. May the strength of your love for him support you all during this time.

Joseph Fritz, now of Senath, MO.
AYI 1971-72

Dr. Thompson chaired my doctoral committee at UVa. I worked with him on it for 8 years. My sympathies to his family and friends. He was a fine person. May he rest in peace.

To June, Mike and the daughters, please accept our sympathy and love. We counted Ertle as a great friend while we were at UVA and we know you will miss him.
Mary and Preston Prather, Martin, TN

It is alway difficult to accept the death of a loved one. Be thankful for the time shared, allowing him to shape and mold you to whom you are today, affording you with fond and loving memories. I will keep you in my prayers. Love,

Benny,

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless You All!

Love,

Tom & Angie McRay

Our deepest sympathy for the death of your Father