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Robert Davis “Bob” Thompson

Birth	:	14 Jun 1942 West Union, Fayette County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	26 Mar 2020 La Crosse, La Crosse County, Wisconsin, USA
Burial	:	Old East Paint Creek Cemetery, Waterville, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.2641716, -91.2702789
Description	:	Robert “Bob” D. Thompson, 77, of rural Waterville, IA, died Thursday, March 26, 2020, at Gundersen Medical Center in La Crosse, WI, from complications of the Coronavirus. A private graveside service was held at Old East Paint Creek Cemetery, rural Waterville. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Condolences can be sent to Linda Thompson, 1831 Elon Drive, Waterville, IA 52170. The family requests in lieu of gifts please give to the Veterans Memorial Hospital Foundation in Waukon, Old East Paint Creek Church, or help someone that may be struggling during these uncertain... Read More	Robert “Bob” D. Thompson, 77, of rural Waterville, IA, died Thursday, March 26, 2020, at Gundersen Medical Center in La Crosse, WI, from complications of the Coronavirus. A private graveside service was held at Old East Paint Creek Cemetery, rural Waterville. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Condolences can be sent to Linda Thompson, 1831 Elon Drive, Waterville, IA 52170. The family requests in lieu of gifts please give to the Veterans Memorial Hospital Foundation in Waukon, Old East Paint Creek Church, or help someone that may be struggling during these uncertain economic times. Robert Davis Thompson was born June 14, 1942, in West Union, IA, the son of Arthur and Pearl Irene (Helgerson) Thompson. He graduated from North High School in West Union in 1961. served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves from 1963-1969. He worked as a pipe fitter at Wilson's Meat Packing Plant in Cedar Rapids, IA. On October 22, 1966, he married Linda Klocke at Bethlehem Presbyterian Church in Ludlow, Allamakee County, IA. They began farming in rural West Union the following year. In March of 1972, they purchased the Odegard-Gabrielson farm in rural Waterville, IA, which they called Rolinda Acres. Bob and Linda milked cows and raised hogs, beef, and crops. Bob was a Master Pork Producer and won the Outstanding Young Dairy Farmer Award, the Distinguished Dairyman Award, and many awards for milk quality. Bob helped with and encouraged his kids to participate in local 4-H groups. In 1996, to diversify and keep his farm viable, he sold his hogs and turned to dogs. His dog business was a source of joy and he raised Poodles, Bichons, Maltese, Yorkies, and Samoyeds. In recent years, he began raising "designer" mixed breeds or Teddy Bears. Not only did he enjoy raising dogs, but loved talking to prospective buyers about his puppies. Bob and Linda moved off the farm in 2004 into their dream: a log house. He remained active in the family farm and enjoyed working with his son-in-law, grandsons, and Jason and Sam. Bob had many hired hands over the years but was more of a father figure or grandpa than employer, especially to his nephew Gregg Klocke. Most people would say that Bob Thompson didn't sit still for very long. Bob was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran church. He was an active member of Old East Paint Creek Lutheran Church in rural Waterville. He even sang in a Barbershop Quartet. Bob loved hunting and fishing. He enjoyed attending banquets for Pheasants Forever, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and Whitetails Forever; he was always so "lucky" at winning the gun raffles. Bob also liked playing cards, neighborhood hayrides, and visiting with friends, especially the guys out at Sweeney's. Bob always had a smile and enjoyed a good laugh. He usually gave people a fair shake, a second chance, or a helping hand. Most of all, he really loved being "Papa". He is survived by his wife Linda of Waterville; daughter Tara (Pat) Reisinger of Waterville; grandsons: Reese, Isaac, and Drake Reisinger; daughter-in-law Julie Thompson of Waukon; brother Stan (Shiho) Thompson and daughter Hanna of Oklahoma; sister Nancy (Robert) Siders and daughters Misty and Erin and son Cody of Florida; many in-laws; nieces and nephews; and his faithful dog Tiki. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Donald, who was killed in Vietnam; and his son Troy in 2016. Martin Funeral Home in Waukon, IA, is handling arrangements. My heart breaks for the family 1st person in our county we lost from this virus.

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Where is Robert Davis “Bob” Thompson's memorial?
Robert Davis “Bob” Thompson's memorial is located at: Old East Paint Creek Cemetery, Waterville, Allamakee County, USA.
When did Robert Davis “Bob” Thompson death?
Robert Davis “Bob” Thompson death on 26 Mar 2020 in La Crosse, La Crosse County, Wisconsin, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Robert Davis “Bob” Thompson's memorial?
Latitude: 43.2641716
Longitude: -91.2702789

Family Members:

Parent

Arthur Harold Thompson

(1915 - 1996)

Pearl Irene Helgerson Thompson

(1921 - 2011)

Siblings

Spec Donald Arthur Thompson

(1948 - 1968)

Children

Troy Donald Thompson

(1969 - 2016)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Old East Paint Creek Cemetery
Waterville, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2641716, -91.2702789

2. Elon Cemetery
Waterville, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2666447, -91.3001331

3. East Paint Creek Lutheran Church Cemetery
Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2402010, -91.2791850

4. Thompson Corner Cemetery
Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2611084, -91.2300034

5. Reynolds Plot
Waterville, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2666445, -91.3251340

6. Village Creek Cemetery
Lansing, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3079000, -91.2430000

7. Adventist Cemetery
Waukon, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2980000, -91.3242000

8. Center Baptist Cemetery
Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2886086, -91.3355637

9. Waterville Lutheran Church Cemetery
Waterville, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2108307, -91.2958298

10. West Paint Creek Synod Cemetery
Waukon, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2606180, -91.3593980

11. Old West Paint Creek Cemetery
Waukon, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2550011, -91.3597183

12. Faegre Prairie Cemetery
Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3294411, -91.3088913

13. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Harpers Ferry, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1968470, -91.1924560

14. Roese Plot Cemetery
Church, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3333093, -91.3584688

15. Oak Hill Cemetery
Lansing, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3577995, -91.2406006

16. Old Oakhill Cemetery
Lansing, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3577000, -91.2378000

17. Saint Pius at Cherry Mound Catholic Cemetery
Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1672211, -91.2802811

18. Cherry Mound Cemetery
Harpers Ferry, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1666718, -91.2791672

19. Wexford Immaculate Conception Cemetery
Lansing, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2705612, -91.1350021

20. Gethsemane Cemetery
Lansing, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3616714, -91.2472229

21. Lansing Ridge Cemetery
Lansing, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3456001, -91.3566971

22. Heminway Cemetery
Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3611107, -91.2194366

23. Rossville Cemetery
Rossville, Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1944008, -91.3758011

24. Ebenezer Cemetery
Allamakee County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2477989, -91.4143982