John Douglas Thompson, Sr.

John “Doug” Thompson Sr., age 81, of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away on October 11^th, 2023 at Christiana Care Hospital with his wife and two sons by his side.

After 37 years as a senior technologist for Hercules, Doug enjoyed his retirement years as an avid bass fisherman and spending time with his grandchildren and friends. He will be remembered for his notable personality; especially, his unending, dry sense of humor that continued to spread joy and laughter wherever he went. Further, his kindness and compassion for others never went unnoticed and was appreciated by all who met him. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Doug is predeceased by his parents, Royall and Blanche Thompson, and sister, Barbara Croll. He is survived by his beloved wife, Loretta (Treskowski) Thompson; his sons, John Thompson Jr. (Nicole) and Robert Thompson (Kathy); and his grandchildren, Abbey Lyon (Michael), Nicholas Thompson, Parker Thompson, Nick Thompson, and Robert Lanning. He is also survived by his brother, Royall Thompson (Winifred), sister-in-law, Dorothy Davis, and many nieces and nephews.

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Funeral Services

A private service and burial will be held on October 26^th, 2023.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Forgotten Cats, Inc., Suite 422, 4023 Kennett Pike, Greenville, Delaware, 19807 (https://forgottencats.org).

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Jim and Sarah Erhart lit a candle and writes,

There are no words for the legacy Doug has left on our Hyde Park family. His shining personality and dry humor will live on in our hearts. Our condolences and sympathy are with the family.

10/19/2023 08:07 am

MB Broen lit a candle and writes,

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10/19/2023 09:23 am

Danielle & Mike June lit a candle and writes,

Sending so much love your way, Loretta. Doug will be greatly missed.

10/19/2023 10:07 am

John and Marlo Bilsak lit a candle and writes,

We send our deepest condolences at this difficult time. We will always remember Doug's ability to make you laugh at every event he was attending. It was always fun to have him at any of our parties. He is going to be sorely missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family and friends impacted by his passing.

10/25/2023 09:19 pm

Sandy Buell lit a candle and writes,

May you find strength in your family and peace in your God during these emotional times.

10/26/2023 10:02 am

Larry Dingess lit a candle and writes,

I’m so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. I always considered him a dear friend and am very thankful for the time we shared at our last gathering. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.

11/17/2023 06:01 pm

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