Jim is preceded in death by Father George and Mother Ellen Thompson, 13 Brothers and 1 Sister. Jim leaves behind, after 34 loving years of marriage, Spouse Cheryl “Cheri" Thompson. Children Dawn & Christina Overly in Spokane, WA. 5 daughters and 3 sons in Oswego, NY and Brother Tommy Thompson, Oswego, NY. Grandchildren Tanner Hynes, Alora Witcher, and Hailey Perala of Spokane, WA as well as 28 in Oswego, NY. 52 Great Grandchildren, 3 Great Great Grandchildren, and countless Friends whose lives have been enriched greatly by Jim’s humor and love for them all.
Jim loved his country dearly, and dedicated 3 years serving in the United States Air force until he was given an Honorable Discharge for medical reasons. Jim relocated from Oswego, NY to Spokane, WA in 1970 and on July 1st 1985 in Reno, NV married the love of his life, Cheri. Jim retired from Dellen Wood Products in his 65th year of life, Jim continued to work until he was 80 in the hospitality industry and enjoyed his role as Maintenance Supervisor at Walmart in Spokane Valley, WA.
Jim enjoyed Friday night “Date Nights” with Cheri playing the slots, tending to his yard work, fishing, and most importantly being a father.
Jim’s family invites you to please join them in celebrating his life on Tuesday, October 29th at 3:00pm at Hazen & Jaeger Valley Funeral Home, 1306 N. Pines Road Spokane Valley, WA.
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