Hello Bonnie, Mark, Shane, Chance, Kim, Robin, Celine!

My sincere condolences in your loss of Brother Thompson.  I fondly remember him and all of you from the good ol days of the early 80's in Brownsville, Texas.  May Jehovah strengthen all you during this very difficult time.  May the hope of seeing Dick again in the resurrection keep you strong.

Christian love, 

Steve Smith

Mission,  Texas

A great spiritual presence in my life from my first greeting the tall red headed man in his short travel trailer when I was 8 years old and every other time we saw each other  

I would love to find out about his youth and early man hood experiences that brought to us a youthful but  qualified older man as our circuit overseer in the 60s

All our heavenly Fathers comfort to the family and best wishes from my family 

Thanks , Steve 

DearestThompson family, 

I met Dick soon after my arrival in Kentucky in 1982.  Whenever our paths  crossed he had a ready smile and loving greeting.   When we conversed, it was always spiritually encouraging.   Even though I had to leave Kentucky to take care of my mom, fond memories still remain.  When I think of brothers who were dedicated to shepherding, Dick comes to mind.  It is truly comforting to know that this loss to our theocratic family is temporary.  

Phil and I are sorry to learn of his passing.  We had many happy times with the family in Versailles. 

Thoughts and prayers to all the family. 

Charlotte and Phil Pierce 

My thoughts! Where do I begin? Richard was like a dad to me. Whenever I a had a question, he was there with me the answer or guidance. I could see his mind working to apply the best answer. He was always polite with that beaming smile. Never complained about anything. When I felt I was going to take a day off from field service and I think about the tenacity Richard portrayed, I had no excuse not to get motivated. I’m going to miss you big time but, you will always be with me. 

Much love to the family.

Eph. 4:8….he gave gifts in men.”

Jehovah gives gifts, and he gives GIFTS.  Richard was truly a GIFT.  He was the first Circuit Overseer I truly remember, and the first I ever took as a role model. He was an independent thinker who took Jesus Christ as his model, and had true faith in Jehovah our maker. He lives now in our memory, as he died in our father’s!