James Eddie Thompson

James Eddie Thompson obituary

James Eddie Thompson

James Thompson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Egan-Ryan Funeral Service - Central Chapel on Aug. 4, 2025.

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James Eddie Thompson, 64, went to be with the Lord August 2, 2025. He was born 12/01/1960 to Russell & Edna (Corky). He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother. He will be missed by many, and will be forever be in our hearts. He was a 1979 graduate of Hilliard High School. Ed was a forklift driver at Sygma and also worked at the Columbus Airport as a cargo agent. He was a huge Ohio State Buckeye fan. He is preceded in death by his son, Bruce Glick. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Sharon Thompson; children, Matthew Mitchum, Russell Thompson, Caleb Thompson, Ashleigh Thompson and Ashton Thompson; granddaughter, Riley Mitchum; sisters, Nancy (Lynn) Fuller and Linda Patton. Friends may call Thursday, August 7 from 2-4 p.m. at Egan-Ryan Funeral Home, 403 East Broad Street, where a Funeral Service will begin at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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