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Wayne Thompson Obituary

1942-2013
Wayne Thompson was born May 29, 1942 in Salina Utah. He passed away July 11, 2013, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Wayne was a great, caring father and grandpa. He retired from the S.L.C. Water Department in 2005, where he was an electrical supervisor for 25 years. Wayne loved spending time at the cabin with his family playing cards and horseshoes. Wayne married Vernice Noble (later divorced) and had two wonderful children. Wayne married Lila Swenson in August, 2002 and gained another wonderful daughter and granddaughter.
Wayne is survived by his wife Lila; son, Doug (Elisa); daughter, Tammy (Lynn); daughter by marriage, Shamra (John); 9 wonderful grandchildren; brothers, John (Cheryl), Clyde (Karen); sisters, Melva (Glen), Darlene; great friends and extended family. He was preceded in death by parents, brothers, Robert and Thomas.
A small gathering for friends and family will be held Saturday, July 13, 2013, 6-8 p.m. at 10519 S. Royal Tee Cove (1230 W.) South Jordan. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.jenkins-soffe.com.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Jul. 13, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Wayne Thompson

23 Entries

Rachel Adair

August 11, 2013

Time isn't making this easier... I miss you so much you were the best always calling to check in on me and making me laugh you were such a great example and always there for me. I am missing you so much.. I love you so much. Love, RACHEL

Tyler Adair

August 10, 2013

I love you so much grandpa, you were a great example to me and I will always look up to you. Rest In paradise.

August 9, 2013

Hi Honey Bun I never knew what happiness was until you came into my life. I'm so grateful that you were with me for 16 years of unconditional love. Saying goodbye is so very hard but I know in my heart we will be together again. We made allot of wonderful memories together that I will treasure forever. I love you so very much. I also miss you so very much remember when you called me Leila and I responded by saying that's not my name so you would change it and call me honey Your Baby cakes Lila

Tammy Adair

August 9, 2013

I sure miss you dad! It's only been 4 weeks and 1 day...... I go to pick up the phone to call you and I can't. Love you so much! You were always the greatest. Thanks for the great memories, childhood, adulthood! Thanks for everything! Damn your a handsome guy!!! Miss your smile, hugs and kisses. Love Tam!

stacey bacon

August 7, 2013

Wayne was a wonderful, sweet,caring and gentle man. He has always been so welcoming and generous to me. I always felt happy when i was with him. Thank you wayne for being in my life. You will be missed. I love you.

August 7, 2013

Hello grandpa. Ill always miss you and remember you for who you where. Ill keep a good watch on grandma. Im glad your with your other family members.
Forever, shay b

August 3, 2013

hi dad i miss you so much. miss all the fun we had mom will be fine she misses you so much i wish i could've got there before you left us i loved having you as a father and you were the best and a great grandpa to lit bit (shay) love you and miss you bunches love shamra

Don and Bevery Haws

August 2, 2013

Hey kid, I was so sorry to hear about Wayne. This will be really hard on you for a while, but you are a very strong lady. Love you lots.

Rich Valdez

July 23, 2013

Lila we just got back in town and found out about the passing of our dear friend Wayne. We will miss our get together for lunch every now and then and the stories Wayne always had, may he rest in peace our deepest sympathy to you and the Thompson family our prayers are with you...Rich & Aline Valdez

July 19, 2013

Dad
I will miss all the talks we had the times working on the Junkers I bought but most of all just seeing you smile.
You are in our prayers and hearts but nothing takes the loss. Till we meet againg I will always love you.
Doug

July 18, 2013

hello babycakes I will miss you more than any words can express Don't worry I will be just fine say hello to everyone who as gone before us Love you very much honey(Lila)

July 16, 2013

i wish to thank everyone that has sent words of comfort for Wayne and myself it has very thoughtful of everyone love Lila

Dallas Richins

July 16, 2013

Lila, Kathy and I just found out about Wayne. We are both sad at his passing. Our hearts are with you and words can not say how sorry we are. As we are not in SLC much anymore it will always be hard to see you but we can stay friends, if you like, via e-mail.

Carolyn Butz

July 15, 2013

Lila I am so sorry to hear this sad news.
you guys were such great friends to each other and even if one didn't know you well they could sure see the special couple you were. Best wishes to you, your friend at Salt Lake City Corp.

Vicki Cowles

July 15, 2013

Lila, I was so shocked to hear about Wayne. Just remember that I am always here for you. You & the family will be in my prayers. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

Tammy Adair

July 14, 2013

I miss you already so much! Thanks for being the best dad ever!!! The flying tacos...... Hahaha maybe we shouldn't repeat that one. I love you so much. You were there for me whenever, wherever and for anything I have ever needed. I'm so thankful I was able to be there for you when you left. As hard as it was I wouldn't have missed that for anything!!! So glad your not feeling sickness or pain anymore. I'm sure there were sooooo many people glad to see you when you got to heaven. Your momma, Uncle Bob, Uncle Tom (just to name a few) I know there were countless others. Doesn't stop me from being selfish and still wishing you were here with me :( I have a indescribable feeling of sadness and emptiness. Thanks for all you taught me. Thanks for the amazing person you were. I am so blessed to have been your daughter. I'm the luckiest girl in the world. Your crazy nicknames for me still make me laugh.....Ballovercadnasty, Wimpy as well as the many others. I know you told me not to miss you. But like we have talked about so many times, "I don't do what you say anyway" Good thing we both know the truth. My kids were lucky to have you for a grandpa. They miss you so much. They loved seeing you. You were the greatest grandpa ever!! Love you forever!!!

Love, Tam

July 14, 2013

UNCLE WAYNE WAS ONE OF THOSE UNCLES WHO WAS A KID AT HEART. HE COULD WALK THUR THE DOOR AND HAVE 5 SMALL NIECES & NEPHEWS HANDING FROM HIS ARMS & LEGS-HE WAS A REGULAR JUMBLE GYM. I LOVED HIM SO MUCH. I DIDN'T GET TO SEE HIM BEFORE WE LOST HIM, BUT THAT IS OK, I WANT TO REMEMBER HIM AS HE WAS. MY LOVE GOES OUT TO AUNT LILA AND MY COUSINS-HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED--UNCLE WAYNE YOU WERE THE BEST, I LOVE YOU

July 14, 2013

Wayne was our good friend and buddy, great husband and father who would do anything for anybody at a drop of the hat.
We will never forget our adventures to Saint George, Las Vegas, Oatman and Nashville just to name a few.
It didn't matter if we were playing dominos, the card game of Three-Thirteen, darts or jart's, Wayne would be the first to say “count me in” and was always the first to ask “what's for dessert?”
Another fun thing he liked to do was view digital photos through the television. We would “zoom in” and “freeze frame” a certain not so complimentary area and poke fun at each other's photo. We would laugh until our sides split or pass out. Wayne could take it as well as dish it right back, he was a great sport.
We love you and you will always be fondly remembered in our hearts and yes of course, we will always remember “The Stipulations”.
To the family of Wayne, please know we are deeply sorry that he has left us, please know that you are in our hearts and prayers.
Sharon & Terry Anderson

Erlene Taylor

July 13, 2013

Wayne is now at peace and in good health. May you be blessed Lila. We all love you. Your Sis, Erlene and family.

Zona Johanson

July 13, 2013

Sorry to hear about Wayne. Glenn really admired him as both a boss and a friend..too bad we lost them both within 3months of each other...take care

Rich, Colleen, Mark Erickson

July 13, 2013

Our family will miss you. Wayne, you will always be in our memories with warm thoughts of our friendship we have had through the years with you and Lila. You were truly a gem and a delight just to be around. Little Mark has such fond memories of you and were the "cat's meow" in his eyes. Your NPS runs, card and domino games, BBQ's and dinners will never be forgotten and especially your white swim trunks - OH, the laughter and fun we had together. No more white trunks where you will be now.
Bless Lila and your family in this difficult time. Sending our sincerest sympathy. Love ya Lila!! Colleen, Richard and Little Mark Erickson

jim & mulan jackson

July 13, 2013

We will miss you. Thank you for all the times you helped us as the Stag Barber Shop. Thank you for being such a great customer as well.

Kevin Aoki

July 12, 2013

Death, be not proud

Death, be not proud, though some have called thee
Mighty and dreadful, for thou art not so;
For those whom thou think'st thou dost overthrow
Die not, poor Death, nor yet canst thou kill me.
From rest and sleep, which but thy pictures be,
Much pleasure; then from thee much more must flow,
And soonest our best men with thee do go,
Rest of their bones, and soul's delivery.
Thou art slave to fate, chance, kings, and desperate men,
And dost with poison, war, and sickness dwell,
And poppy or charms can make us sleep as well
And better than thy stroke; why swell'st thou then?
One short sleep past, we wake eternally
And death shall be no more; Death, thou shalt die.

By John Donne
The Poetry Foundation