Max Lynn Thompson, 83, of Idaho Falls, passed away Aug. 11, 2010, at his home.
He was born June 2, 1927, in Logan, Utah, to Glen Wendell Thompson and Lillie Butters Thompson. He grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from South Cache High School. He continued his education at Utah State University, where he was active in the ROTC program and received an associate degree in mechanics.
On Aug. 28, 1947, he married Barbara Pearl Bankhead in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. He was a master mechanic and sub-contractor. Max was also a member of the Elks Lodge.
Max was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a youth, he served as a missionary in the Northwestern States Mission. He loved the Lord and had a deeply personal testimony of the gospel.
Max was an avid outdoorsman, who most enjoyed fishing, hunting, shooting and traveling. He received numerous awards in Skeet shooting, deep-sea sport fishing and billiards. He made a name for himself as a fisherman in Alaska, where he often traveled with his grandsons, who helped to create some of this best memories.
He was frequently found at the Senior Citizens Center with a pool cue in hand, ready for friendly conversation. He was energized by the associations of those dear people. With his wife, Barbara, he toured the world, visiting more than 11 countries and more than 50 cities. This month marks their 63 years as eternal companions.
Everything Max did, he did in a big way. He often said, "If you're going to do something, do it right the first time or don't do it at all." He worked hard and played hard. Max was never too old to try something new. With best friends from 8 years old to 80 years old, it was the same to him. He was one of a kind, truly in a league of his own. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara Thompson of Idaho Falls; daughters, Sharon "Sheri" Lynne Leinweber of South Ogden, Utah, and SuzAnne (Michael Varley) Brothers-Varley of Castle Rock, Colo.; siblings, Myron Thompson of West Jordan, Utah, and ReVoe (Glen) Peterson of Provo, Utah; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Wendell, Grant and Lester; and a sister, Lois.
He was born June 2, 1927, in Logan, Utah, to Glen Wendell Thompson and Lillie Butters Thompson. He grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from South Cache High School. He continued his education at Utah State University, where he was active in the ROTC program and received an associate degree in mechanics.
On Aug. 28, 1947, he married Barbara Pearl Bankhead in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. He was a master mechanic and sub-contractor. Max was also a member of the Elks Lodge.
Max was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a youth, he served as a missionary in the Northwestern States Mission. He loved the Lord and had a deeply personal testimony of the gospel.
Max was an avid outdoorsman, who most enjoyed fishing, hunting, shooting and traveling. He received numerous awards in Skeet shooting, deep-sea sport fishing and billiards. He made a name for himself as a fisherman in Alaska, where he often traveled with his grandsons, who helped to create some of this best memories.
He was frequently found at the Senior Citizens Center with a pool cue in hand, ready for friendly conversation. He was energized by the associations of those dear people. With his wife, Barbara, he toured the world, visiting more than 11 countries and more than 50 cities. This month marks their 63 years as eternal companions.
Everything Max did, he did in a big way. He often said, "If you're going to do something, do it right the first time or don't do it at all." He worked hard and played hard. Max was never too old to try something new. With best friends from 8 years old to 80 years old, it was the same to him. He was one of a kind, truly in a league of his own. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara Thompson of Idaho Falls; daughters, Sharon "Sheri" Lynne Leinweber of South Ogden, Utah, and SuzAnne (Michael Varley) Brothers-Varley of Castle Rock, Colo.; siblings, Myron Thompson of West Jordan, Utah, and ReVoe (Glen) Peterson of Provo, Utah; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Wendell, Grant and Lester; and a sister, Lois.
Max Lynn Thompson, 83, of Idaho Falls, passed away Aug. 11, 2010, at his home.
He was born June 2, 1927, in Logan, Utah, to Glen Wendell Thompson and Lillie Butters Thompson. He grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from South Cache High School. He continued his education at Utah State University, where he was active in the ROTC program and received an associate degree in mechanics.
On Aug. 28, 1947, he married Barbara Pearl Bankhead in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. He was a master mechanic and sub-contractor. Max was also a member of the Elks Lodge.
Max was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a youth, he served as a missionary in the Northwestern States Mission. He loved the Lord and had a deeply personal testimony of the gospel.
Max was an avid outdoorsman, who most enjoyed fishing, hunting, shooting and traveling. He received numerous awards in Skeet shooting, deep-sea sport fishing and billiards. He made a name for himself as a fisherman in Alaska, where he often traveled with his grandsons, who helped to create some of this best memories.
He was frequently found at the Senior Citizens Center with a pool cue in hand, ready for friendly conversation. He was energized by the associations of those dear people. With his wife, Barbara, he toured the world, visiting more than 11 countries and more than 50 cities. This month marks their 63 years as eternal companions.
Everything Max did, he did in a big way. He often said, "If you're going to do something, do it right the first time or don't do it at all." He worked hard and played hard. Max was never too old to try something new. With best friends from 8 years old to 80 years old, it was the same to him. He was one of a kind, truly in a league of his own. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara Thompson of Idaho Falls; daughters, Sharon "Sheri" Lynne Leinweber of South Ogden, Utah, and SuzAnne (Michael Varley) Brothers-Varley of Castle Rock, Colo.; siblings, Myron Thompson of West Jordan, Utah, and ReVoe (Glen) Peterson of Provo, Utah; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Wendell, Grant and Lester; and a sister, Lois.
He was born June 2, 1927, in Logan, Utah, to Glen Wendell Thompson and Lillie Butters Thompson. He grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from South Cache High School. He continued his education at Utah State University, where he was active in the ROTC program and received an associate degree in mechanics.
On Aug. 28, 1947, he married Barbara Pearl Bankhead in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. He was a master mechanic and sub-contractor. Max was also a member of the Elks Lodge.
Max was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a youth, he served as a missionary in the Northwestern States Mission. He loved the Lord and had a deeply personal testimony of the gospel.
Max was an avid outdoorsman, who most enjoyed fishing, hunting, shooting and traveling. He received numerous awards in Skeet shooting, deep-sea sport fishing and billiards. He made a name for himself as a fisherman in Alaska, where he often traveled with his grandsons, who helped to create some of this best memories.
He was frequently found at the Senior Citizens Center with a pool cue in hand, ready for friendly conversation. He was energized by the associations of those dear people. With his wife, Barbara, he toured the world, visiting more than 11 countries and more than 50 cities. This month marks their 63 years as eternal companions.
Everything Max did, he did in a big way. He often said, "If you're going to do something, do it right the first time or don't do it at all." He worked hard and played hard. Max was never too old to try something new. With best friends from 8 years old to 80 years old, it was the same to him. He was one of a kind, truly in a league of his own. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara Thompson of Idaho Falls; daughters, Sharon "Sheri" Lynne Leinweber of South Ogden, Utah, and SuzAnne (Michael Varley) Brothers-Varley of Castle Rock, Colo.; siblings, Myron Thompson of West Jordan, Utah, and ReVoe (Glen) Peterson of Provo, Utah; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Wendell, Grant and Lester; and a sister, Lois.
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