Gary Thompson Obituary

Thompson
GARY "HOSS" GENE THOMPSON
August 18, 1943 June 12, 2018
Gary "Hoss" Thompson died on June 12, 2018. Born to Elgean and Jeanne (Dollimore) Thompson on August 18, 1943, he was raised in Pueblo, Colorado, and was a proud Central Wildcat and graduated from USC in 1967.
He taught at Corpus Christi Catholic School, coached at St. Mary's High School, moved to the 4th Judicial District Attorney's Office and eventually became chief investigator. Hoss created Thompson Investigations with the help of his friend, John Salimeno, and it evolved into T.I. Probation Services which still serves the State Probation Department.
Hoss is preceded in death by his parents; twin brothers, Ronnie and Donnie; and his grandparents.
Hoss and Sharon (Sirhal) were married on August 19, 1967, and moved to Colorado Springs where they've made their home.
They have three children: Todd (Dawn) Thompson, Kelly Thompson Cline, and Ryan (Holly) Thompson,
and six grandchildren, Brady and Emma Thomp-son, Bailey and Jonah Cline, and Brian Zambrano and Bradynn Wolfe.
Through every circle of co-workers and career paths, Hoss left an indelible mark that speaks of diligence, loyalty, hard work, fairness and kindness.
To know Hoss was to know a gentle giant of a man. He could chastise and console, he drove a hard bargain, but was most generous. He was respect-ful, ethical, attentive to detail and loved to laugh. Hoss' life reached far and wide.
He was a softball coach, golfer, railroad worker, beer truck driver, part of the Range Rider experience, card player, Santa Claus, jack of all trades at Rocky Mountain Greyhound Park, loyal Bronco and Rockies fan, throwing out the first pitch on Opening Day in 2012.
Hoss was a "numbers man" and could keep an impeccable spread sheet or count cards at the blackjack table or the gin rummy game. He loved a good party and never turned down an opportunity to spend time with friends, at dinner or traveling to Italy.
He was successful in his business and was proud of his ability to provide for his family and other people's families and he never took responsibility lightly. Hoss fought many battles head on and was an example of steadfast conviction and belief. His faith was an underlying catalyst for his goodness.
Hoss treasured his family. He loved deeply and Sharon, his children and grandchildren are the beneficiaries of his love. The grandchildren were his "purpose" the last several years; he supported, hugged, believed in and loved them to the moon.
He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren; brother, Tom (Donna) Thompson; sisters, Patty (John) Dalton and Mary Lynn (Merle) Miller; aunt, Doris Ann (Vern) Blanton; brothers-in-law, Mike (Debi) Richardson, Verle Steele, and Duane (Sandy) Sirhal. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins.
Memorial Mass, 2:00PM, Saturday, July 7, 2018, Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2318 North Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80907, reception will follow in the church hall.
Private family burial. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to National
Mill Dog Rescue or the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region.

Published by The Gazette from Jun. 19 to Jul. 1, 2018.
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Sharon thinking of you at this time and hoping you are in good health. Take care.

Lynda Jodrie

June 13, 2023

Thinking of you at this time. I hope you are in good health.

Lynda Jodrie

June 13, 2022

Sharon, it was so nice to see you when you and Susan were in Pueblo. Its hard to believe its been a year since Gary passed away. You are in my prayers and so is your family. Lynda Jodrie.

Lynda Jodrie

Friend

June 13, 2019

Miss you Coach............thanks for being in my life!

Ron Hurtado

June 13, 2019

Shar: Eileen and I are devastated and heartsick over Hoss' passing. Did not find out about this until today, but we love you and the kids, and our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to you now!! May God embrace
Hoss as he rests in peace. I will be in touch very soon. Dave Barnhardt

david barnhardt

Teacher

September 6, 2018

I came to know and admire Hoss when I began working as a probation officer for the city. He was one of the good guys. He was firm but fair with his clients and always accessible when I needed guidance with my own. He was also very kind.
Rest in peace Hoss. You will be missed.

Vicki Fleener (Anderson)

July 7, 2018

I worked with Hoss, played basketball with Hoss, otherwise do socialized with Hoss for so many years at the DA's office. They were good times. Everybody loved Gary. You knew you could count on him. And he had connections a source for everything. And he could be a really great friend, as Jimmy Gross would attest. My sincerest condolences to Sharon and family. Your friend, Hoss, Dave Zook

Dave Zook

July 7, 2018

Coach Thompson, my coach, my mentor, my friend. Thanks for being there for me the past 51 years. I will always cherish our time together reminiscing. Thank you Sharon as well, I am blessed to have both of you in my life. God bless you Coach!

Ron Hurtado

July 5, 2018

Sharon, I am so sorry for your loss. Hoss was a great man, boss and friend. I am so thankful for the opportunity and confidence you both gave me. Please give my condolences to your family.

Gina Cordova

July 4, 2018

Mr. Thompson was one of my football and baseball coaches at St. Mary's HS back in the early '70s. I always thought he was a pretty cool guy. Rest in peace Coach Gary T.

Matt McCombe

July 2, 2018

Sharon, I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Hoss several years ago and had the biggest crush on him when I was in the 8th grade and he worked at the swimming pool. He was the best man at my wedding to Bob Peterson and has been in my thoughts many times over the years. God bless you and your family.

Mary Gable (Hargis)

July 2, 2018

I was one of Mr. Thompson's students at Corpus Christi in 1968 & 1969. I remember him clearly and have thought of him over the years. He touched many lives. Rest In Peace, Mr. Thompson.

MaryFrances Sedlacek (Orff)

July 1, 2018

Hoss was my first friend we lived next door to each other in 1949. We were each others weddings. God bless him and his family.

Chuck Hedrick

July 1, 2018

A good man & a good friend...Sharon, thoughts are with you.

robert kent

June 22, 2018

Sharon, I was so sorry to hear your husband passed away. You and your family remain in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy Wehling

June 22, 2018

So very sorry to hear this very sad news I have so many wonderful memories of Hoss all the way back to 1978 he was a great man and a great friend and will be missed dearly. Rest in peace my friend until we meet again God bless you ❤

David Wood

June 21, 2018

I was so saddened to learn that Gary passed. We coached together at St Marys and the Parochial league for so many years. A good friend. What caused his passing? John Friel

June 21, 2018

Sharon, I was so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all. Lynda Montoya Jodrie

Lynda Jodrie

June 20, 2018

Sharon, I so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband Gary. May God Bless you and your family and give you the strength to cope with your grief. My sincere sympathy. Shirley Hebert Donachy

June 20, 2018

One of most important friendships in my life. Didn't have to see you all the time but always happy when I did.

craig mondragon

June 19, 2018

Love you so much! You will always be my second father.. please tell my dad I love him.. praying for the family.. sorry I can't be there..

Lisa Gross/Gould

June 19, 2018

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