Carlos “Chink” Thompson

January 14, 2015

Carlos “Chink” Thompson 85, of Frankfort, died January 14, 2015 at Mulberry Health and Retirement Community.  Born June 19, 1929 in Clinton County to the late Carlos Sewell & Verda Pearl (Amyx) Thompson.  He married Phyllis Haverstick and she preceded him in death in 2002. He then married Marianne (Herr) Guest on September 13, 2003 and she survives.  Chink was a graduate of Colfax Schools. A veteran, he served during the Korean War. He managed body shops, worked at Schied Cadillac and retired from State Farm Insurance. He was a member of the Colfax Christian Church and was previously a member at the Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Church in Rossville. Chink loved and helped build two airplanes and enjoyed traveling.

Visitation and Services

Visitation will be Monday, January 19, 2015 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Goodwin Funeral Home. Services will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bunnell Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Mulberry HRC Memory Care.

Survived by:

Wife: Marianne Thompson of Frankfort, 3 Sons: Bruce (Natalie) Thompson of Tipton, Scott (Fiancé Diedra Nealon) Thompson of Brookfield, FL, Mark (Companion Diane Leopold) Thompson of Frankfort, 2 Step-Sons: Gary Guest of Frankfort, Paul (Kimberly) Guest of Macon, GA, Brother: Ken (Sandy) Thompson of Frankfort, 6 Grandchildren, 4 Step Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren and 5 Step Great Grandchildren.

Preceded by:

a son Jerry Thompson and a sister, Joan Goldsberry.

Condolences

28 Condolences for “Carlos “Chink” Thompson”

  1. Dick Rayles January 15, 2015 at 8:52 pm

    Sorry to hear of Chinks passing. He was a great guy, Our prayers are with the famiy.

    • Bruce Thompson January 16, 2015 at 8:00 pm

      Thank you for your thoughts and prayers

  2. Steve and Diana Barnes January 15, 2015 at 9:01 pm

    We are so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. We stopped at the retirement home last summer but he didn’t know us. We thought so much of your mom and dad and they will truly be missed.In case you have foforgotten, they set us up for our first date. We’ve been together for 47 years. Guess they had a good idea. Hugs to all 3 of you boys. We live in Arkansas and unable to attend but my heart will be with you during this time.
    Diana Barnes

    • Bruce Thompson January 16, 2015 at 7:49 pm

      Steve/Diana-This is Bruce. Thank you for your kind words and thoughts. I remember you both at the body shop where you would meet. Glad to know tha Mom and Dad hunch about your future was spot on.
      Bruce

  3. Linda Shepherd Schendel January 16, 2015 at 8:30 am

    My sincerest sympathies to Chink’s family. I have fond memories of Chink from when he and my Dad and Mother, Bill Shepherd and Evelyn Shepherd, worked at the Lewis Ford many years ago. I also remember fondly the Halloween the whole family came trick or treating to our house. He was a very special man and he will be missed.

    • Bruce Thompson January 16, 2015 at 7:59 pm

      Thank you, Linda for your thoughts. I remember you and your family, but had forgotten the Halloween event. Thank you for reminding me.

  4. Rick and Janie Gunter January 16, 2015 at 8:51 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

  5. Cheri Smith-Kaylor January 16, 2015 at 9:52 am

    Bruce, Scott and families…my deepest sympathies. He’s in good hands and also good company. I’m sure he and dad have lots of reminiscing to do.

    • Bruce Thompson January 16, 2015 at 7:51 pm

      Thank you, Cheri. I talked with Mark today. I imagine Dad and Carl are enjoying getting together again.

  6. Dick and Cathy (Scircle) McKinzie January 16, 2015 at 10:04 am

    Sorry for your loss. Haven`t seen you in years, but think of you often.

  7. Jack Scheid January 16, 2015 at 10:14 am

    So sorry to learn or Chink’s passing. I have known my old buddy for 60 years. He was a good guy and a terrific body repair man. I’ll miss him. I regret that I’ll be out of town for the service, but his family will be in my prayers. God Bless, Jack Scheid

    • Bruce Thompson January 16, 2015 at 7:53 pm

      Thank you, Jack, for the kind words. Dad had wonderful memories from the dealership.

  8. Steve Goodwin January 16, 2015 at 12:40 pm

    So sorry to hear about Chink’s passing, he was a wonderful man. Long ago memories bring back many good times at the Thompson house. My prayers are with the family and friends.

  9. Michael Frey January 16, 2015 at 2:10 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God comfort you.

    • Bruce Thompson January 16, 2015 at 7:55 pm

      Thank you, Michael. I remember you from Scheids sales department.

  10. Sue Marshall Wright January 16, 2015 at 9:34 pm

    Thoughts and prayers for the loss of Chink. Blessing to his family.

  11. Phyllis and George Benefiel January 17, 2015 at 3:08 am

    Sorry to hear about Chink, He was a great guy. Now he is at peace, Sorry we can not be there for you. Keep strong Phyllis

    • Bruce Thompson January 17, 2015 at 9:16 am

      Thank you very much. I hope you both are doing well

  12. Becky Turner January 17, 2015 at 12:04 pm

    I am so sorry to hear that Chink had alzheimers. It is a cruel disease. I knew Chink when he was at Sheids. He was witty, funny as heck, intelligent, and caring. The world is a better place because he was in it. I do not think he could have had an enemy in the world. People loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

    • Bruce Thompson January 17, 2015 at 3:57 pm

      Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughts. We think he was pretty special too!

  13. Melissa Flack January 17, 2015 at 12:30 pm

    I am saddened by and so sorry for your loss. I am thankful that I met Chink and Marianne through my visits with my therapy dog. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

  14. Penny (Wise) Dunyan January 17, 2015 at 9:07 pm

    Scott, Bruce, and Mark…so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Please know that you are all in my thoughts.

    • Bruce Thompson January 18, 2015 at 9:37 am

      The family appreciates your kind words and thoughts

  15. Wayne & Karen Patchett January 18, 2015 at 6:53 am

    Chink was a great friend of my brother, Max Timmons, and was at our house lots of times as they grew up. Always lots of fun and good memories. As adults, our paths crossed often throughout the years, from Frankfort to Florida. We also worked with Mark at Purina. Our condolences to the entire family at the loss of their loved one.

    • Bruce Thompson January 18, 2015 at 9:38 am

      Our family appreciates your kind words, thoughts and sharing of good memories.

  16. Annette Hurless-Reed January 19, 2015 at 1:00 pm

    So sorry to hear about Chink!! Can’t believe Joan and him passed so close together!! Lots of fond memories from them and in Manson!!!

  17. Don and Debbie Baker January 19, 2015 at 7:09 pm

    To all of the family, we are very sorry to hear of Mr. Thompsons passing. We lived close by for years. {Barnes Family} May God give you peace at this difficult time.

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