Birth date: Jul 18, 1949 Death date: Aug 4, 2020
On Tuesday August 4, 2020, John Alan Thompson loving husband and father of two, passed unexpectedly into eternal life at the age of 71. John was born on July 18, 1949 in Levittown, New York to Richard and Adrienne Thompson. He was Read Obituary
My husband and I met John and Barbara when we were all students in Baltimore, Md. They made a great couple, both friendly and out going. We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely. Sue Spalding Alexander and Dan Alexander.
I always loved how kind and thoughtful John was to everyone. I have so many wonderful memories of him growing up. I am so sorry and I send prayers to all the Thompson family. He was a special friend.
I met John when I was a little boy. He was on patrol and pulled over my mother for speeding on (a then two-lane) Judson Road. For whatever reason, it scared me and I reacted accordingly. After that shift, John showed up at our home to make sure I was OK; he gave me a balsa wood model glider as a gesture of goodwill. The rest is history. Sgt. Thompson leaves a legacy of excellence, professionalism and all-around kindness. I was fortunate enough to meet up with him several years ago when I was a Longview News-Journal reporter and he as a court bailiff. He remembered well that incident from years before and told me that it helped shape his policing focus. I am beyond blessed that Mom decided to travel 52 in a 40 on that summer day. Thank you, Sgt. Thompson, for leaving such wonderful footprints.
John was one special man! So caring, professional and friendly. Prayers are his family.
Have great memories thru the years.
Prayers for your family... Great to have known you for such a long time my friend.
Barbara and family,
I am heartbroken for your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with John in my office. He was a wonderful person, a true American hero. you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark Little
John was a very dedicated person to his job. A true professional.
I am so sorry about Johns passing. I worked with him many years and we shared a few interesting incidents. I know some of his family and like John, they are top notch. He was a friend and
It was my pleasure to be associated with him.
Lee Ann and family. Have comfort in knowing he is in a better place. John was a fine man and the LPD and and the city of Longview were lucky to have him. He surely will be missed. RIP John. You are in our prayers. Gary Dodson
It has been an honor to have known John for 40 years. Always the honorable professional. Compassionate and caring! His legacy speaks
for itself. John’s family are in my prayers.
Mike Claxton
