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Donald Thompson Obituary

Thompson, Donald Anthony Age 84, passed away on January 16, 2016 in Prosper, TX. Formerly of Chicago, Palos Park and Lemont, IL. Beloved husband for 50 years of Ida (nee Woods); loving father of Sam (Pat), Robin (Jon) VonGillen, Jeff (Tracie), Greg, Russell and the late Theodore Thompson; dear grandfather of Jordan, Jared Owen, Sean, Jon, Sam and James, also great-grandchildren; cherished son of the late Minnie McAvoy; former husband of the late Virginia (nee Spellman); dear brother of Harold "Pete" (Linda) Thompson, Thomas (Diane) McAvoy, Pat (Linda) McAvoy and the late James McAvoy; fond brother-in-law of Owen "Buck" (Shirlee) Woods, Phyllis (Joseph) Maio, Donna (J.W.) Hubbard, the late Colleen (the late George) Panos and Dennis Woods. Greatly loved by many nieces, nephews and fond friends. A memorial visitation will be held Saturday, February 6, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., with a service at 2:30 p.m. at RICHARD J. MODELL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 12641 W. 143rdStreet, Homer Glen, IL 60491. In lieu of flowers, donations to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research at www.michaeljfox.org appreciated. For info (708)301-3595 or http://www.rjmodellfh.com./

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 31, 2016.

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Sam Thompson

February 16, 2020

Thinking about you often.

Robin von Gillern

February 3, 2016

Celebrating a life well lived. May he rest in peace knowing his family both near and far knew how deeply he loved them.

Sam Thompson

February 3, 2016

Dad,
Your impact on all our lives is immeasurable and will never be lost on any of us that have had the good fortune to know your love.

Rest in peace!
Love Sam, Pat and Sean

Don & Jeff "The Barn"

January 31, 2016

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1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Richard J. Modell Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Homer Glen

12641 W. 143rd St, Homer Glen, IL 60491

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Richard J. Modell Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Homer Glen

12641 W. 143rd St, Homer Glen, IL 60491

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