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David Thompson Obituary

Bow - David Thompson unexpectedly passed into glory recently at the age of 72. He is survived by his wife, Jane, daughters Candace and Shelby, son-in-law Blake, and one grandson. David worked at Skagit Steel in Sedro Woolley where he became a machinist during the 1970s. He then moved to the Shell Oil Refinery in 1979, where he worked for 36 years as a machinist and maintenance foreman until he retired. He was a volunteer firefighter for District 12 for 20 years, additionally serving as Fire Commissioner during that time. David was a strong, quiet individual, always willing to help another in need.

A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1515 East College Way, Mt Vernon, WA, on December 10, 2022 at 1:00 PM. Please visit mtbakercremation.com to read the full obituary, sign the book of memories, and leave a message for the family. Memorial donations may be made to Emmanuel Baptist Children's Ministry.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Skagit Valley Herald from Nov. 13 to Nov. 14, 2022.

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Robert M. Rude

December 18, 2022

Dave was my foreman at Tesoro oil refinery for many years. He was a pleasure to work for and a nice man. He will be missed.

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Steven P Barnett

November 28, 2022

I hired in at Shell a year after Davey and worked with him frequently and often closely for 35 years. He was hardworking, intelligent and always a pleasure to work with. His ability to balance a strong work ethic with kindness and compassion and calm served as an inspiration to me and many others. I´m very thankful to have known him. God has welcomed another good, good man to his side.

Steven P Barnett

November 28, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Rick Stoupa

November 16, 2022

Dave & I shared rides when we both worked at Skagit Steel in Sedro Woolley. Then we both went to Shell Oil in Anacortes on the same day. We worked together for many years. Dave was liked by everyone and will be missed dearly by his family and many friends. Rest in pease my friend.
Rick Stoupa

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