Frederick M. Thompson, age 70, a loving father of four and devoted husband to his late wife, Renee. He passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Surrounded by his loved ones. Frederick was born December 29, 1954, in Wichita, Kansas and was raised by Darrell and Sue Ferris.
Fred met the love of his life, Renee Watkins, in junior high and eloped almost a week out of high school. They eventually moved to Rose Hill where they raised their 4 children. Fred retired from Spirit/Boeing after 30+ years of employment. He enjoyed being outdoors, either hanging out in his garage or mowing his yard (or neighbors yards). Fred was known for his Giant Heart. He loved BIG and would take you under his wing and make sure you were loved. Because of his love, he has touched many lives in his community, where he was called Dad, Papa, and Grandpa Fred. He loved to play pool, darts, and was a HUGE Kansas City Chiefs Fan. He loved spending time with his family especially his grandkids and telling them all about him and grandma's racing life. Fred was looking forward to the first great-grandchild due in April 2025.
Preceded in death by his wife, Renee Thompson; his parents, Darrell and Sue Ferris; his brother, Jim Thompson; his sister, Charity Fiveash and his grandchild, Zachary Brewer.
Fred is survived by his brother, Scott (Chris) Ferris; his children: Clint (Tiffany) Thompson, Courtney (Daniel) Brewer, Cassie Thompson, and Corinne (Daniel) Bedford; and his grandkids: Austin (Sarah), Chadrick (Savannah), Cooper, Korbin (Aydriannah), Joseph, Cohen, Jaydin, Gabe and Alexandria.
A visitation with family present will be held Friday, January 24, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM with a funeral service immediately to follow at 3:00 PM at Resthaven Mortuary. An interment will follow in Resthaven Gardens of Memory in the Garden of Gospels, Lot 109B, Space 3, all at 11800 W. Kellogg, Wichita, KS 67209
