Search by Name

Search by Name

Rodger Leon Thompson

1945 - 2025

Rodger Leon Thompson obituary, 1945-2025, Colorado Springs, CO

BORN

1945

DIED

2025

Rodger Thompson Obituary

Thompson
Rodger Leon Thompson
July 8, 1945
November 24, 2025

Rodger L. Thompson, 80, native of Colorado Springs, Colorado, born July 8, 1945 passed away November 24, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents Harry and Arvilla Thompson, his sister Connie Wooten, and his beloved son Nathan and is survived by a sister Linda M. Carpenter. Rodger worked 30 years as Product Manager for King Soopers. He is known for his skill as a craftsman and his love of fast cars.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Dec. 7, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Rodger Thompson

Not sure what to say?





Make a Donation
in Rodger Thompson's name

Memorial Events
for Rodger Thompson

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Rodger's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Rodger Thompson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more