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Craig Thompson Obituary

Craig Randolph Thompson, 50, of Richmond succumbed to complications of cancer May 9, 2005. He is survived by his loving mother, Virginia Yager Thompson; his beloved nephew, Craig Esposito of Virginia Beach; and his constant canine companion, Tony. Craig was a marketing executive for Target Marketing, where he will be missed greatly by his loving friends and co-workers. He was active in the Richmond music community, playing bass for Beex and Ricky and the White Boys. Craig was also survived by loving aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial service will be held Sunday, May 22, 2005, 2 to 6 p.m. at Craig's home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the SPCA or St. Mary's Hospice. Get the place ready our friend; we'll be following along later...

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from May 12 to May 15, 2005.

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jim seay

November 7, 2017

I will always remember the "cinder-block incident" at Kermit's cook-out.

Sarah Beck

May 31, 2005

I am wishing I lived closer,feeling so far away and wanting to connect with all who knew Craig. I'd love to hear all the Craig stories that are only told afterward.

I am a cousin and have known Craig since we were both very little. It was always a treat to go visit Craig; I remember he had lots of Mad Magazines and all the Dr. Seuss books! He and I had many adventures together in the country at our grandparents' home. I think of Craig as a special, sensitive man, talented, intense, private, and devoted to his mother, Virginia. He will be greatly missed.

Tracie Kwiatkowski

May 26, 2005

You are now the "Keeper of the Stars". I miss you and love you!



Tracie K. (aka Miss P-Pot)

Victor Yager

May 21, 2005

My dear Aunt Virginia (VYT),

What a great loss!! I can't believe that this has happened...I'm thinking of you and will see you soon!

Love,

Victor (VEY)

Cary Ballou

May 20, 2005

Craig, God bless you and I will miss you. You were so great to work with during our years together at Target Mktg. I still have my Xmas photo of you and Tony with Santa Claus. You were a great friend, comic, and fellow Aquarian. We will miss you dearly. Ginny, much love and good wishes to you and "little Craig". Cary Ballou

Judy Spangler

May 16, 2005

Craig - hadn't seen you in a while, but will miss talking with you...sure helped me out many times in the past...make room for all of us...

Pam Rowe (Fearn)

May 16, 2005

It seems like yesterday we were at Kermit's house having a cookout even though it was more like 8 or 9 years ago. I didn't realize that would be the last time I would ever see you.

Going out to hear the band was always on our "to do" list when I lived in Richmond.

The stars just don't look quite so bright now.

Ann Carol

May 15, 2005

Dear Mrs. Thompson,



I remember Craig from first grade when we were both in Mrs. Reynolds's class. He was one of the nicest boys...and such a good student, too. Pam told me the sad news. I am so sorry.

Liz Downing

May 15, 2005

My Dear Friend,



I miss you more than you could ever know.



Much Love,

The S-JA

Melissa Powell Gay

May 15, 2005

Craig Thompson was a sweet and loving guy. Richmond has lost one of her finest sons.

Earl Smith

May 13, 2005

Seems like yesterday I met you when we were at ODU. Ending up in the same musical family after that was even more special. Glad you filled in for us at the L'amour reunuion a few years ago. Thanks, sweet man. It was great. See you someday and say hi to Leigh and the others for us.

Ben and Jonnie Downing

May 12, 2005

Craig,

You were a good friend to my daughter and I grieve with her at your loss. You were a lovely, wonderful man and we'll all miss you very much.

Love,

Ben and Jonnie (That Woman) Downing

mike lucas

May 12, 2005

we will see you a little later. keep a big loud amp on standby for me

Natalie Mosley

May 12, 2005

May God bless you at this time of your bereavement. He will be well missed. I enjoyed working with him a Target Marketing. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Rob Reisinger

May 12, 2005

Craig- Be sure to give our best to Frank, Terry , Deke and Ralph.....

Debbie Lipscomb

May 12, 2005

Ginny, I am so sorry to here that Craig has pass away. I saw him a while back an he looked just fine.

Dorna Braswell

May 12, 2005

Thanks for always "dancing as fast as you can". Love you and will miss you much.

Dug Crumley

May 12, 2005

Hey my brother,



It's mighty quiet without you around. I miss you with all my heart and I'll never listen to rock & roll again without thinking about you.



Tell Johnny, Kurt, Elvis, Sid & all the rest hello for me.



We'll be seeing each other again. I have no doubt about that at all.



Love ya,



Dug

Jill Keeler

May 12, 2005

Two things: I'll try to put some money on the books today, and I'll miss you and your awesome taste in music. You're a rockstar.

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