Christopher W. Thompson
December 8, 1953 - January 23, 2009
Obituary
Chris was born in Salem, OR December 8, 1953, to Bruce and Dorthy Thompson. He attended Englewood Elem., Parish Jr. High, North Salem High, OCE, and the University of Oregon. He spent his summers working for travel agency where he developed a love for travel. He moved to Seattle and soon after met Gerald Duval and together spent the next 30 years, until Gerald’s passing in 2007. Chris worked for United Airlines before retiring in 2004. Chris died suddenly at his home in Seattle. He was a kind and loving person, gentle soul and kindred spirit. He enjoyed time with his family, friends, and his little dachshund, Schatze. He is survived by his mother, Dorthy Thompson; nephew, Craig Polachowski; and niece, Ana Evans and her family. He was preceded in death by his father Bruce in 2004 and his sister, Teri, in 1998. Memorial Services will be held in Seattle at Bonney-Watson Funeral Home; 1732 Broadway, Saturday, February 21, 2009 at 1:30 p.m.
Dearest Aunt Dorothy, and Second Cousins:
I never met my cousin Chris, and perhaps would have met on his trip to Cable, Wisconsin birthplace of my Dad and his Mom. this upcoming July 4 holiday. I have heard so many wonderful comments and testimoials about Chris, and I am sure I would have felt the same, and perhaps we could have become friends, in addition to our blood connetion. I too have a Dashound, and share his love of travel. May God bless you, and rest in peace dear cousin. My prayers are with you Aunt Dorothy.
Chris was a kind person whose pleasant personality made it a pleasure to be around him. We were acquainted from the Tvl.Agy days thru UAL and retiree gatherings. We will miss you, Chris.
To a much loved and treasured friend.
The memories we have shared will always stay in our hearts.
You and Jerry missed each other so much. You are together once again!
For that we are happy!
Chris, you always called this old lady Beautiful and I loved it every time!
Chris, we will miss your warm hello and your generosity. We appreciate so much all the kind things you did for us–rides to the airport in the middle of the night, helping us with our cars and motorcycles, and the wonderful meals and bottles of wine you shared with us. We will miss you.