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William Mills Tompkins

1923 - 2017

BORN

1923

DIED

2017

William Tompkins Obituary

William Mills Bill' Tompkins May 29, 1923 - August 21, 2017 San Diego William (Bill) M. Tompkins passed unexpectedly on August 21, 2017 in San Diego, CA, at the age of 94.Bill is survived by his loving wife of 66 years Mary Tompkins, son Dean Tompkins, daughter Terry Scholl, and their families, and his brother Thomas Tompkins. He was preceded in death by his son Robert Tompkins.A funeral mass is scheduled for Saturday, August 26th at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in Old Town, 2540 San Diego Ave.,San Diego, California 92110, phone: (619) 295-4141, with a reception to follow. All are welcome to attend.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Aug. 24, 2017.

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Gray curties

August 18, 2025

Through his writings I will always remember a remarkable man

Gray

June 2, 2024

I look forward to meeting this extraordinary man in the next life RIP bill

Carolina

February 8, 2024

So saddened to read of William's passing but his legacy, interviews, books still are alive and well. What a valuable member of humanity.

J Paden

July 6, 2022

An excellent person, judging from his interviews. His exposures of hidden agendas and enormity (in the original sense) of the Draco's is timely. Noting his wish to join the "Extended Life" program? Perhaps he's not "gone" in the physically ultimate sense...once can hope/wish that true. Continue on, in any event.

Inger Nilsson

August 24, 2021

I write again, Dear Bill, William M Tompkins and want to once again thank you for your service.
You brought invaluable information to the World on a very difficult subject. I want you to know that your testimony about the subject is still very strong, your presence is still here and as time go by, more and more folks will recognise yuor name.
Your wonderful and sweetest personlity will stay with me and millions more for ever.
Thank you Bill! Bless your soul and rest in peace! Love for ever!

Greetings from
Inger N., Sweden, Scandinavia.

Amy Nisil

April 20, 2021

I have been watching Mr. Tompkins interviews on the internet. I have never met this man but I must say that I have great respect for him. He was a very intelligent man and quite interesting. I truly wish that I had known him. He has a wonderful way about him. His sincerity and candor also his humor was just wonderful. He had to be a great man , his family must be so proud to be related to him. I would have been honored to have the chance to meet such a great man.

Susan Wilde

June 21, 2020

A man in a million that I would have loved to have met in person.. My condolences to his family.

David Falkenau

December 25, 2019

Bill, I first met you at Starbucks in Carlsbad many years ago, and then kept running into you there and around Carlsbad. Thank you for all of the long talks and amazing design help with my surfboard design shapes and enlightening me with knowledge beyond our galaxy's limits and beyond. You have accomplished your mission. Thank you for your service.

Inger Nilsson

October 9, 2019

Dear Bill M Tompkins & family! I was saddened by the news that you passed away, but want to Thank you so very much for all of the interviews and talks that you gave on a very difficult subject. The bravery and humour, with which you gave this to us, the audience, and by doing this, is priceless and invaluable. I will pick up your book - and am very much looking forward to read it. Your incredible life story and interesting work that you did, and the way you told your life story and about your knowledge and experiences will last with me and others for ever. Thanks again, William M Tompkins, to you and your family. Love, Inger N. (Sweden) <3

Frieda Mills

April 12, 2019

William Mills Thompkins! I'm certain you are out there in our Galaxy, because you were a Bright Star here on Earth! Someone Very Special who has left an incredible Legacy. Thank you from the heart!

John Zhang

February 18, 2019

From China: Mr. Tompkins, you are a honest, brilliant and brave soul. We wish you all the best in your journey to the infinite beyond. - John. Zhang

Micah Zeidman

November 22, 2018

You have gone home. Thank you for your service. I hope to channel you.

Michael Sherrer

November 14, 2018

Thank you for all your hard work and honesty.

.Ernest Moore

February 2, 2018

Thanks for a life of service .
Thanks to God for his gifts .
Thanks for your truth intelect
And wisdom.
May God continue to bless the world through your legisy

Anon Ymous

January 9, 2018

Thank you for helping expand consciousness all around the globe.

James Acs

November 17, 2017

Your words still resonate deeply into the souls of us who love to dream about the realities of the world around us. I know I have been changed by the words you selflessly gave. The stories you shared will provide a lifetime of imaginative scenes for many to envision. Thank you Mr. Thompkins, thank you.

Carmen Sucy

September 12, 2017

Principled, courageous and compassionate, the world mourns your passing, Mr. Tompkins. RIP

Vlad Borg

September 4, 2017

RIP, ser.

Sandra Myers

September 3, 2017

God bless you

Adam Mckenzie

September 1, 2017

Inspiration to the world!! Shame we only just were introduced to this very experienced & sincere man!! Question is passed or now on a bigger mission using extended life program!! Either way this world or the next plain he will be an asset to all.. love and light bill thanks for your work to life and humanity!! "Now wait on a second" "just wow" loved these parts of his talks and could talk all day hanging off every word!!

Ryan H.

August 31, 2017

I recently found Bill on YouTube... purchased his book... in fact it was the last book I purchased... just 2 weeks ago.... Very sad he is gone, yet grateful that his message is still reaching the masses. Thank you.

August 30, 2017

I knew him only through his talks on Utube and through his books. I am saddened by his death.

ken parks

August 29, 2017

Ok, Bill, now that you're promoted, get busy. There's still a lot to do.

Roxanne Redfield

August 27, 2017

You have been a light in this world. God bless you! Peace be with you and your family. Thank you for your service to all.

Michael Gutierrez

August 27, 2017

Love you Brother...

Mary Engler

August 26, 2017

Thank you for your courage and service to humanity. Lakewood. Colorado

Terry Scholl

August 25, 2017

Love you Daddy. Terry

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