Joseph J. Thompson Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Joseph J. Thompson (Glenolden, Pennsylvania), who passed away at the age of 93, on April 16, 2018. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph J. Thompson to show support.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his sister Brady Bunch; his sons, Tom, Rock, Bill and Biggie; his grandfather Michelle Jr; and also Tom Jr. He was also cherished by his parents, three brothers.
Joe served this great country during WW2 on board the USS New Jersey . He was very proud of his time in the Navy and would often speak to people about his service . He worked for the Navy Yard as a machinist and retired from there after 45 years of service . Joe lived most of his life in Glenolden and spent the last 5 years at the Maris Grove community in Glen Mills . Joe kept things simple .He loved to exercise by running earlier in life .Then started to spend time at the pool . He kept his cars immaculate . Also , he loved watching the old classic movies on TMC . He was a true gentleman . An absolute joy to be around . He will be sorely missed . The family is planning a private memorial service tied in with the USS New Jersey (date pending) . In lieu of flowers , please make a donation to the American Heart Association or the Alzheimer Foundation of America (for Marie) . Upcoming Funeral Services Services Pending.
