Derek Thompson St. Joseph, Missouri Obituary

Derek Thompson

Derek Thompson 1938-2021 Derek Thompson, 82, Kansas City, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021. He was born August 28, 1938 in Bradford, England. Derek married Sheila (Butler) Thompson in 1961 and immigrated to the USA in 1962. He later married Diane K. Moran September 25, 1999 in St. Joseph, Missouri. She survives of the home. He worked at Wire Rope Corporation of America for over 30 years, retiring in 1999. Derek enjoyed golfing, traveling, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Reginald and Edith (Schofield) Thompson; brothers, Roy and Ralph Thompson. Additional survivors include daughter, Judith Morley (Rick), Kansas City, Missouri; son, David Thompson (Claudia), Apple Valley, California; stepsons, Randy Moran, Las Vegas, Nevada, Brian Moran, Kansas City, Missouri; grandchildren, Lauren Morley, Brandon and Ryan Thompson, Connor and Sara Moran. The family would like to thank St. Luke’s Hospice House for the exceptional care of Derek. Private Graveside Farewell Services & Entombment, Memorial Park Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.
August 28, 1938 - January 20, 202108/28/193801/20/2021
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Sandra Woody
January 23, 2021
Diane, we are so sad to read of Derek's passing. What a great guy to visit with in the neighborhood and enjoy correspondence through mail after you moved to Kansas City. We send our love and our prayers. Derek will be remembered and you will be in our prayers, my friend... Continue Reading
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Twyla Wilson Carpenter and Family
January 21, 2021
Derek will remain in our hearts forever.
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Michael Hodgson
January 21, 2021
Judith and David, sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Although it has been many years since I had seen him, I do have memories of a funny man who had lots of good stories. Take care and I will be thinking of you during this sad time. My sympathies to you, your cousi... Continue Reading