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Subject: Obit - THOMPSON, Andy - The Columbian, Oct 17, 2000
Date: Thu, 26 Oct 2000 19:08:20 EDT

This is an obit that appeared in my local newspaper. Since he was born in OK
and some of his family are still there, it makes me wonder if he might not be
a distant relative but I hesitate to contact his widow. If anyone recognizes
this family, please let me know.
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Andy Thompson passed away October 14, 2000 in Vancouver, WA. He was 81.

Andy was born July 10, 1919 in Akins, Oklahoma and had lived in Vancouver
since 1987. Previously he lived in Yakima, Washington and was a fruit and
produce salesman.

Andy served in the U.S. Army during WWII in the 23rd Infantry Division. He
enjoyed refinishing furniture, sports, his family and gardening.

Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Thompson of Vancouver, Washington; 2 sons:
J. Andy Thompson of Yakima, Washington, Tommy L. Thompson of Seattle,
Washington; 2 sisters: Nancy Randolph of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Geneva Pagen of
Bristow, Oklahoma; grandchildren: Debbie, Michael and Robbie; and
great-grandson Andrew.

Graveside funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 17, 2000 at 2:00 pm
at Evergreen Memorial Gardens, Vancouver, Washington. Vault interment to
follow.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Evergreen Memorial Gardens in charge of arrangements.

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