Born in Catawba County on December 12, 1938, he was the son of the late Carroll and Edna Stepp Thompson.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter Sherry Thompson Della-quila.
He is survived by his wife Faye Waters Thompson; a brother Danny C. Thompson and wife Shirlene of Hickory; sisters Jeanie T. Pearson and husband Jerome of Charleston, SC, Kathy T. Whitener and husband Tim of Hickory and Carolyn T. Boro of Hickory and a number of nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, January 7, 2020 from 1:30pm to 2:45pm at Hickory Funeral Home.
A memorial service will be held Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 3:00pm at Hickory Funeral Home with Reverend David Crump and David Church officiating.
Memorial gifts may be made to Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Road, Newton, NC 28658.
Online condolences may be left at www.hickoryfh.com
Arrangements are with Hickory Funeral Home.
