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Miles Thompson Memoriam
1943 - 2022
On Sunday April 10, 2022. Miles Kent Thompson, loving son and brother and uncle. Passed away at the age of 78 years old. Miles was born on December 20, 1943 in Denver, Colorado. He achieved his M.A in classical antiquity from the University of Colorado. Miles has been sculpting clay since 1975. Also, creating stained glass pieces. He studied greek archeology and could even speak greek. He was a desert lover of cactus, plants, birds and wildlife. He loved all his dogs, mostly rescued. He is survived by his mother, Barbara T. Thompson 99+ years. His two sisters, Andrea Thompson and Marsha T. Ordureau, his brother-in-law, Jean-François Ordureau and two nephews, Maxime Ordureau, Todd Devan. He was a kind, sincere and talented person, giving to everyone who knew him. He was known for his acts of kindness and compassionate spirit. He had a wonderful smile and laugh. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him and remain in our hearts who were nearer to him. May he live in peace now. Avenidas.
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RvG
July 21, 2025
I was gifted a clay gargoyle from a special friend who bought one for himself the same day. The gargoyles are destined to be together . Beautiful art.
Nick Sedelnik
February 16, 2025
I just happened upon this obituary. I knew Miles in the years 1968-72. He worked, I believe, as a Town Planner for Trumbull, CT. He lived in Bridge-port CT and he had a pet raccoon for a while and a pet iguana. He also had a pet turtle from South America that I kept at my house while Miles went on a vacation. He became deeply immersed in Greek culture, wearing Greek garb and carrying worry beads. He was multi-talented and I'm sorry we lost contact all those years ago.
Sanjeev Pandey
January 1, 2025
Miles was a dear friend, a kind soul, a great artist, and the perfect neighbor. I had hoped we would meet again but alas it is not to be. I hope somehow we can meet again for chile rellenos at La Indita on a Friday one day. To the dogs: Teddy, Janus, and Vesta, we are glad that you are reunited with your buddy. 1025 N 2nd Ave will never be the same but hopefully a piece lives on in your garden. We miss you, we remember you.
Jennifer Levine
May 8, 2023
I really admired his gargoyles. I have had one hanging on my wall for the last 20 years.
Patty Fong
February 14, 2023
Time does not heal all wounds! Missing Miles, a kind and loving friend. I think of you all the time!
Jokie X Wilson
September 13, 2022
Miles and I dated in the early 1990s. He introduced me to several creative people in Tucson, Arizona. He made gargoyles out of clay for a living. He was so devoted to his role as an artist that he refused to make money any other way, no matter the hardships involved. That said, he often flourished since his figurines were quite popular. We stayed in contact after I left Tucson. I would visit him for the holidays with my family when I came to town. I will miss seeing him on my biannual visits. His art and kindness touched many people.
mary myers
June 26, 2022
Our connection was both being stained glass artists in Tucson over a period of many many years. A lovely man, a good artist and craftsman, and gentle of soul. So sorry to read of his passing
Carolyn Niethammer
April 23, 2022
For so many years, in the morning and late afternoon Year after year, Miles would walk his little dogs through West University neighborhood and always stopped to chat, sharing local news he'd learned along his route. He was an institution and will be missed.
Dee Albanese
April 16, 2022
Myles was a wonderful friend and neighbor. He always had time for a chat or visit to share news about our neighborhood. I will
miss his laughter, sense of humor and goodness. Rest In Peace my friend
Lena Rogers
April 15, 2022
Miles's passing is a great loss, he was a wonderful friend and a great talent. He will be greatly missed.
Patty Fong
April 15, 2022
Visiting Miles in February, 2022 at the Tucson VA Hospital.
Patty Fong
April 15, 2022
I met Miles at the Mid Valley Athletic Club on, I believe, the day of the 9-11 attacks. We shared an affection for Mexico. I loved his irreverent sense of humor! When I moved back to Seattle 4-1/2 years later, we stayed in touch. Miles was a kind, caring and thoughtful friend over the years. I'll never forget how he called me when my mother died and how he always remembered my birthday. Miles' friendship was a great gift one for which I will always be grateful. He was a unique and special friend and human being. My deepest condolences to Miles' family.
Ford Burkhart
April 14, 2022
Miles was a good neighbor for decades in West University Neighborhood. Always a smile and a few moments of very good old-fashioned conversation. He was a real gentleman, one we were always happy was just in the next block along First Street. -- Ford Burkhart
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