Margaret M. Thompson

Margaret Meyer Thompson of Portland left us peacefully on March 4, 2012. Margaret was born on January 30, 1923 and lived the past 14 years in Portland, most recently at West Hills Health and Rehab. Margaret was a long time resident of Tillamook and worked at the plywood mill in Garibaldi and enjoyed the students and work at the Tillamook School District until she retired.

Margaret was preceded in death by Carl Meyer, her husband of 49 years; Tommy Thompson, her 2nd husband of 5 years; Carl Meyer her son of Cypress CA; and Shawn Anderson, grand daughter.

Margaret is survived by her family, Janice Sisson of Dallas OR, Doris Bingham of Tigard OR; Dorene Anderson and Claude Meyer of Tillamook, OR; her son-in-laws Wayne Bingham and Ken Sisson; and daughter-in-law Jann Potapoff of Cypress CA; 12 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren.

Margaret enjoyed painting ceramics for over 40 years and spent many hours over the past 14 years at Jan’s Ceramics in Aloha. Margaret’s pieces won numerous awards and several pieces were given to family as Christmas gifts.

Margaret was an avid walker and received many metals from 10K volksport walking events all over the NW, many times completing 2-3 events in one day.

Margaret will always be remembered for her beautiful blue eyes and a smile that was endless. She loved her family and was the happiest when they were around her. During her life, she touched many people in her special, quiet way. She will be dearly missed, but will remain in their memories and hearts forever.

“Mom, your love was unconditional and boundless. Thank you for everything you gave each one of us”.

A Celebration of Life will be held on April 1, 2012, at 2:00 pm at the Tillamook High School, 2605 12th St., Tillamook, Oregon (when facing the school main entry, go to the far right door). Please join the family and share this special time with them.

Arrangements under the direction of Pegg, Paxson & Springer Funeral Chapel, Beaverton, OR.