Thomas O. Thompson

Thomas O. Thompson obituary, Painesville, OH

Thomas O. Thompson

Thomas Thompson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Johnson Funeral Home on Jul. 6, 2025.

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Thomas O. "Tom" Thompson, 61, passed away July 1, 2025 at his home in Painesville. He was born October 5, 1963 in Cleveland, Ohio to Joan (Dombrowski) Thompson and the late Thomas O. Thompson.
Tom enjoyed cooking for family and friends and was known for his famous sausage gravy. He also was in charge of the smoker for the annual family reunions. He loved his dog Cheyenne and all other pets, including the neighbor's dog who waited for his treat when Tom got home. He enjoyed making bird houses and giving them to family and friends. Tom worked in construction and was self-employed. He was a member of Moose Lodge # 490 and Painesville Elks Lodge #549 and the American Legion.
Tom is survived by his mother, Joan (Dombrowski) Thompson; brothers Jim (Linda) Thompson, Steve (Jodye) Thompson and Dale Thompson; step-sister, Melissa (Heath) Jackson and her daughter, Aubrey; nephews Scott (Brittany), Jesse and Cody; nieces, Kahla, Merissa, Joanne, Ashley, Shelby, Cora and Hallie; great nieces, Addison, Bella, Melody, Lilly, Sadie & Raelynne and great nephews, Gavin, Carson, Colton and Parker. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas; sister, Cindy Thompson and nephew, Jimmy Thompson.
The family will receive friends Saturday, July 12th from Noon to 2:00 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory, 368 Mentor Avenue, Painesville. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of the Western Reserve at www.hospicewr.org To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Thomas, please visit our floral store.

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Donald Thornburg

July 21, 2025

Sorry to hear that Tommy passed . I wa neighbors with the family and watch these kids grow up when they Lived in Euclid . Prayers and condolences to the Family .

timothy lynch

July 9, 2025

i will miss you tom.

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