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Richard Thompson Obituary
RICHARD "DICK" LEONARD THOMPSON
January 30, 1935 January 16, 2021
On Saturday, January 16th, 2021, Richard "Dick" Leonard Thompson went home to be with his Lord.
Born January 30, 1935 in Chicago, IL, Dick grew up in Columbus, Oh. Dick proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army and United States Army Reserve.
Dick married the love of his life, Mary Ann Thompson, on October 8th, 1955. They lived in Columbus, Oh and then went on to make their home in Colorado Springs, CO where they raised 4 children.
Dick was passionate about his family, camping, and could usually be found in his "Ham Shack" where he would connect with other Amateur Radio operators.
Better known to his friends in amateur radio as "W0RAA" or "WB0DUL", he founded the Mountain Amateur Radio Club (MARs) in Woodland Park, Co and was a founding member of Pikes Peak Radio Amateur Association. He was also former member of the Lions Club, Knights of Columbus, and Good Sams Club and aided in the founding of the Hammin' Sams chapter.
Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard Thompson and Kathryn Thompson, and his Son in Law, Ken Britigan.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Thompson of Colorado Springs, his children, Daniel, and his wife Mary Thompson, Richelle Britigan, Phillip Thompson, John, and his wife Connie Thompson, and by his sisters, Barbara Kuskowski and Judy Tedhams of Columbus, Ohio, 8 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren.
Memorial service to be announced.
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Wm. Reid Bristor
November 25, 2021
Sorry to hear that he is a silent key. We knew him quite well, when we lived in Colorado Springs 1978 - 1985. The kids use to love helping him at the Woodland Park Hamfests. Could never remember his new call only his old one. We visited him in 2007 with our daughter along and had a good visit. Will pass along to the rest of the family his departure.
Reid Bristor - W4UPD (ex. WA4UPD)
Alan Higbie
May 14, 2021
Most people acquainted with Dick knew that he was a great story-teller. A raconteur. Always entertaining.
He was well-known as a licensed radio amateur. That is a hobby he actively pursued for 58 years. In that capacity he was always especially ready and willing to share his knowledge and enthusiasm.
But what most of his radio friends probably did not realize is that Dick was very skilled as radio morse code operator. His on-air skills and sending (also known as a “fist”) were first-class. Both in person and over the radio, he was smooth and a pleasure to listen to.
Alan Higbie
May 14, 2021
Most people acquainted with Dick knew that he was a great storyteller. A raconteur. Always entertaining.
He was well-known as a licensed radio amateur. That is a hobby he actively pursued for 58 years. In that capacity, he was always especially ready and willing to share his knowledge and enthusiasm.
But what most of his radio friends probably did not realize is that Dick was very skilled as a radio morse code operator. His on-air skills and sending (also known as a “fist”) were first-class. Both in-person and over the radio, he was smooth and a pleasure to listen to.
Pamela (Vestal) Aberle
February 6, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Kay Walker-Lee
January 29, 2021
Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember many good times when we were all at Deluxe. Sending you and your family my thoughts and prayers Kay Walker-Lee
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