Robert E Thompson
January 03, 1934 - March 25, 2018
Obituary
COTTAGE GROVE- Robert E. Thompson, age 84, passed away on Sunday, March 25, 2018, at his home. Robert was born on Jan. 3, 1934, in Milton, the son of Herbert and Velma (Sorenson) Thompson. He graduated from Janesville Craig High School in 1951. Upon graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Navy proudly serving in the Korean War as a Cryptographer/Radio Operator. He married Marilyn “Mitzi” Waydeman on Feb. 2, 1959. Robert worked as a station agent for North Central Airlines (Republic Airlines). He went on to work in sales operations for Madison Freight Systems retiring in 2008. Robert was a member of the Monona Jaycee’s, a little league baseball coach, pee-wee football coach, and a Boy Scout leader for many years. He enjoyed spending time with family, golfing, boating, snowmobiling, doing yardwork and gardening. He also enjoyed traveling with Mitzi and going to Broadway shows. Robert is survived by his sons, Jeff (Terri) Thompson and Keith Thompson; grandchildren, Aislinn Marsault, Alexandra Thompson and Sophia Thompson; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mitzi on March 11, 2018; and brother, Keith Thompson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to SSM Health at Home Hospice. The family wishes to thank Penny, Dawn, Connie, Rachel and Sherri of SSM Health at Home, Pastor Jeff Vanden Heuvel and all of their family and friends for all the wonderful care and support given to Bob. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Dr.
(608) 221-5420
Events
There are no events for Robert yet.
Photos
Memories
KT
keith thompson
Other •
Dad was an amazing devoted Husband, Father, and Grandfather to 3 Granddaughters who loved them dearly.
KT
keith thompson
Other •
Dad you will be deeply missed... You were an Exemplary Husband, Father, and Grandfather with honorable qualities that are rarely seen: Selflessness, Kindheartedness, Humbleness. You worked very hard all your life providing for your family making many sacrifices along the way. One significant lesson I have learned from you is never to complain and for that I commend you. I am truly fortunate to be raised and loved by a Father with strong values that he has instilled in me. Dad you now join Mom and both of you are at Peace. Love, Keith
HK
Helen Kelly
Other •
Jeff & Keith & family
Bob was one of the 1st people I meet When I started Madison Freight years ago.
Bob was a salesman for years and later b/4 retirement he work in the office. So I have know him all those years and have always stayed in contact. I always told him he was the old salesperson and when staff grew we had a younger saleman. he always got a kick out of that. Many coversations of all kinds were shared.. May Bob & Mitiz rest in peace..Always good memories of both.
MY SYMPATHY.
Helen
CK
Carol Hoveland. &. Jim Kessenich
Other •
To family of Bob&Mitzi Thompson. We are so sorry for your loss of your parents. Words cannot say enough about those two wonderful people!! They were co-workers of mine at the pharmacy and remained special friends. Thank the Lord they have a special place together! We will miss them dearly!
Carol Hoveland & Jim Kessenich
GH
Gary L. Hunter
Other •
Im so sorry for your loss. Bob and Mitzi were such great neighbors. In just the few short years that I got to know them I could tell they were both very fine & gracious people. My heart goes out to the family during this difficult time
LR
Linda Riggs
Other •
Jeff and Keith ~
Please accept my sympathy. My heart is sad for both of you. I had just learned of Mitzi's passing and
now your father. So many memories are flooding back to me. All of the laughs and amazing conversations! Do you remember when your family took care of my daughter when I gave birth to her brother? How very wonderful is that memory. Love and HUGS to all, Linda (Rapp) Riggs