Marion “Jim” Thompson

Marion “Jim” Thompson, 76, of Republic, formerly of Maryville, passed away peacefully at Spring Valley Nursing and Rehab in Springfield, Jan. 9, 2021. Hewas born on Feb. 17, 1944 in Clarinda, Iowa to Marion Jean and Edna Ruth (Davison) Thompson. Thompson married Marcia Porterfield on Nov. 18, 1963. This union was blessed with four children, Marci Ann, Gregory, Brett and Lori. He worked for Hull-Scott Implement as well as Energizer Battery in Maryville. After he retired he worked for Mozingo Golf Course and Flenties Implements, both also in Maryville. In 2008 Jim and Marcia relocated to Republic, where he worked part time for 66 Auto Auction until Alzheimer’s Disease prevented him from continuing his employment. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother; Charles Thompson, infant daughter; Marci Ann Thompson, brothers-in-law; Cople Porterfield and Denny Porterfield, sister-in-law; Louise Porterfield, son-in-law; Jim Rauhoff, nephew; Gilbert Porterfield and great-nephew Logan Thornton.Thompson is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Marcia, sons; Gregory and wife Melissa Thompson and Brett and wife Michelle Thompson, daughter Lori Rauhoff, six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; five step grandchildren; five step great-grandchildren; brother Ron and wife Teresa Thompson and two sisters; Shirley and husband Mike Warner and Rinda and husband Kenny Gladman, as well as a host of nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice at either www.goodsherphardhospice.com or to 3250 S. National, Springfield, MO 65807. Please reference Jim Thompson by name, in your donation, per Good Shepherd Hospice.