William Richard Thompson
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William Richard Thompson

  • February 8, 1920 - April 13, 2010
  • Branford, Connecticut
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“My sincere sympathy at the passing of Bill. He was the mail carrier for my family when I was a teenager and young adult in West Haven and was...Read More » ”
1 of 23 | Posted by: Rae Lawson Lambert - Dublin, OH

“To Bill and Ryan and your family, Our deepest condolences and sympathy on the passing of your father and grandfather. You all are in our thoughts...Read More » ”
2 of 23 | Posted by: Diane Calder - Newington, CT

“Bill was known at the West Haven Post Office as not only a co-worker, but a friend. My Husband, the late Harry Wilson thought very highly of Bill...Read More » ”
3 of 23 | Posted by: marie wilson - west haven, CT

“So sorry to hear about the loss of such an extraordinary man. He touched our lives during his friendship with our grandmother and this will never be...Read More » ”
4 of 23 | Posted by: Claudine and Joe Murphy - Milford, CT

“Uncle Bill was such a kind and gentle man. All of his nieces wanted to someday marry a man just like him. As young children we would visit in the...Read More » ”
5 of 23 | Posted by: michele webb - amarillo, TX

“So very sorry to hear of the passing of your father...my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this most difficult time. ”
6 of 23 | Posted by: Tracey Amodio - CT

“Sorry to learn of your loss. May the comfort of friends and family provide support during these days of mourning. ”
7 of 23 | Posted by: Diane Laurent - Woodstock,, CT

“My sincerest condolences to you and your family on your dad's passing. Steve Germond ”
8 of 23 | Posted by: Steve Germond - New Smyrna Beach, FL

“Dear Richie + Diane , So sorry to hear of the passing of your father. We would have liked to express our sympathy in person but we are...Read More » ”
9 of 23 | Posted by: Stan & Denise Bocek - orange, CT

“Uncle Bill would always make you smile. I'll never forget his quarter tricks (especially the time when he came to visit and accidentally flipped the...Read More » ”
10 of 23 | Posted by: Marlene & Mark Czerwonke - MO

“My wife and I would like to send our condolences to Bill's family. Your Dad and I worked together as supervisors on the night shift of the Post...Read More » ”
11 of 23 | Posted by: Raymond B. Moulter - Hamden, CT

“Dear Bill, Judy, Christina, Becky, and Robert, We were saddened to read of Bill's dad's passing away. From the memorials we read, it is obvious he...Read More » ”
12 of 23 | Posted by: Richard and Joan Solomson - FL

“William, and Richard, I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's death. He and my grandmother (Rosemary) were a wonderful source of companionship and love...Read More » ”
13 of 23 | Posted by: Jeannine Bradley - West Haven, CT

“Bill, Myn thoughts and prayers are with your family and you. Kevin ”
14 of 23 | Posted by: Kevin D. Walsh - Webster, MA

“Mom (Marlene) always tells me about her favorite Uncle Bill. I remember visiting Aunt Nellie and Uncle Bill and Great Grandma Olga in Connecticut...Read More » ”
15 of 23 | Posted by: Todd & Alicia Bottorff - KS

“To Bill and Rich and your families, my deepest condolences. I would see your Dad often around town and he would alays have that big smile. I remember...Read More » ”
16 of 23 | Posted by: Ken Thomas - West Haven, CT

“Uncle Bill was the definition for "gentleman" - courteous and considerate. I would also have to add humorous - no one enjoyed puns more than he did....Read More » ”
17 of 23 | Posted by: Doug Chernovetz - Miramar Beach, FL

“Grandpa was not only the greatest person I've ever met, but also my favorite. He was kind, generous, funny, optimistic, and most of all, he was a...Read More » ”
18 of 23 | Posted by: Robert Thompson - New York, NY

“Bill and Rich and families-I am so sorry to read of your loss. I have lots of happy memories of your Dad in our younger days at church. I know you...Read More » ”
19 of 23 | Posted by: Susan Davey - North Branford, CT

“My sincere condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My dad worked with your grandfather and we were neighbors on...Read More » ”
20 of 23 | Posted by: John Messina - Wallingford, CT

“My sincerest condolences to Bill and Judy Thompson for their loss. May your father rest peacefully. ”
21 of 23 | Posted by: Mary Flamino - Jackson, WY

“To our dear colleague Rich and his family - Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your friends...Read More » ”
22 of 23 | Posted by: WIS Staff - Branford, CT

“Some of my favorite memories are about Grandpa. I loved going to his house in West Haven and walking down to the beach with him and Grandma. We...Read More » ”
23 of 23 | Posted by: Becky Stapleton - Barkhamsted, CT


William Richard Thompson, devoted husband of 45 years to the late Nellie Chernovetz Thompson, passed away peacefully at CT Hospice in Branford on April 13, 2010. Son of the late John and Jessie Thompson, he was the loving father of William Thompson and his wife Judy of West Hartford and Richard Thompson and his wife Diane of Branford. He was a proud grandfather and treasured his grandchildren Christina Foster and her husband David, Rebecca Stapleton and her husband Michael, Robert Thompson, Ryan Thompson and Michael Thompson. His special great grandchildren are Brayden and Kylie Stapleton. He was very close to his nephew and god child Jack and his wife Lorraine as well as his predeceased brother John. Bill cherished the quality time he spent with his family and was always supportive, optimistic and a pleasure to be around. He never complained and was quick to attend to the needs of others. He displayed strong moral values and was respected by all who knew him. His family and friends defined what was most important in his life. Bill was a US Army Air Corps Veteran and retired from the US Postal Service as a customer service representative. He was an active member in both local and state PTA's as well as a board member of the West Haven Community House. Bill was a faithful parishioner and vestry member of Christ Church in West Haven, currently the Church of the Holy Spirit. He treated everyone as if they were the most important person in his life, always finding the best in what each had to offer. His selfless, caring compassion as well as his gentle guidance will never be forgotten. Funeral service will be on Friday, April 16 at 11 a.m. in the Church of the Holy Spirit, 28 Church St., West Haven, CT 06516. Friends may call at BEECHER & BENNETT-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME, 410 Campbell Ave., West Haven, Friday morning from 9-10:30 a.m. Interment in Beaverdale Memorial Park. Contributions in his memory may be made to The Church of the Holy Spirit Memorial Fund or to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405.