OBITUARY
Darrell James Thompson
JULY 7, 1945 – MAY 2, 2020
Peacemaker: Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the Children of God (Matthew 5:9)
Darrell James Thompson was welcomed into the world on Saturday, July 7, 1945 by his parents Phyllis and James Thompson. He was born in Seattle, during the final months of WWII. Darrell was the oldest of seven children. Two sisters and four brothers followed him into the world. Early on Darrell took the responsibility for watching over and caring for his sisters and brothers. Being born at the end of a devastating war may well have been the impetus for his becoming not just the “big brother” but also the peacemaker for his siblings.
Darrell left school early but his interest in the world and curiosity about things was always a major part of his life. He explored all of the corners of Seattle finding the most interesting people and places. You could find him reading everything from the Bible to the dictionary or exploring the etymology of new words that he had learned or was curious about. He knew the meanings and the biblical meetings of the names of all his friends and family and was happy to share with them. His own name, he discovered, meant dearly beloved.
Darrell never met a stranger he did not like. He could walk into a new place and walk out with three new friends anywhere he went. He was always looking for what folks had in common or anything relatable to him. He carried photos of beloved family from his wife to his grandkids, his old cars and was happy to share the photos to start a conversation. He approached the world with a self-deprecating sense of humor and an inexhaustible fund of bad jokes. He loved to play his magic tricks; he had his niece convinced, for years, that her ears really did have quarters hidden behind them.
Darrell married the love of his life Lila June on February 6, 1965. They married several months after they had planned when Darrell discovered his mother-in law “had other plans “for her daughter. They had three children - Carl, Lisa and Teresa. Darrell And Lila lost their daughter Lisa to cancer in 2015. Before he passed he did say was excited to see her again. Lila says that Darrell was the love of her life and that it doesn’t seem possible that they were married for 55 wonderful years.
Darrell had a passion for cars and they were the basis for both his work and his play. He worked in the auto industry all his life from sales to being a limousine driver he even started his own detailing business, called Uncle Dee-tail. He liked to say that “if it had to do with cars, he either did it or drove it.” His personal favorite was a 1965 El Camino that he regularly took to the car shows in the area. His pride and joy netted him several trophies over the years.
He and Lila loved to go on drives especially up to Leavenworth and would happily drive as far as California. They would happily drive all the way to Spokane just for dinner. There would be 50s pop or country western on the radio. Darrell loved music of all kinds. He played both the drums and the spoons and one time even played with the Spoonman from Soundgarden in the streets of Seattle (Darrell’s words). He and Lila would often spend date nights going on drives, eating at Dicks or Taster’s Wok or dancing to their favorite music at home.
Darrell was also a movie buff; he amassed a collection of over 400 DVDs. Although he insisted that the movies that he kept have an appropriate message, one that shared a positive message or principle for the kids, his friends and family. He was somewhat infamous for continuous narrative commentary about the films as the family was trying to watch them.
Darrell loved golf and poker but did it in his own way. In golf he was a lousy scorekeeper his usual response when asked how many strokes was, “put me down for a Mulligan.” Or “We are not playing for money”. When he played poker he was always making up his own rules (and he had several up his sleeve). He loved pool and had a long running competition with his father-in-law, he also taught the kids to play. He was definitely his own person and was very clear about what he liked especially the real Coca-Cola “not that off brand stuff” and his “smokes.”
Darrell loved animals of all kinds, but he had a special place for 2 dogs named Rita and Zero. When he visited Teresa and Paul’ s house he would often bring them snacks, making them their own hamburger and even packed lunch bags with their names on them.
Darrell loved his family, his children, his grandchildren and his great grandchildren deeply and was always there for them. They remember him as a peacemaker and the caretaker and Jokester. He even moved to Marysville to be closer to his family.
Darrell was deeply religious. He remembered vividly the day he was born into new life at 5 years old and thanked his grandmother, Rose, for that day for the remainder of his life. You could often find him Bible studying, practicing and preaching the word of God! Teresa (his youngest daughter) often said he was one of God’s disciples who missed his picture at The Last Supper. He took seriously the Christian principal that “whatsoever you due to the least of these, you do to me.” He counseled prisoners at the local jail. He often offered relationship advice to his family members (whether they wanted it or not). He cared for his parents and parents in law in his own home and even opened that home to strangers becoming a licensed caretaker for other families that needed his assistance.
When his granddaughter Tisha lost her mom to cancer, she had a terrible time dealing with it and it was to Darrell that she turned. He helped her immeasurably on that journey giving her the unconditional love she so desperate needed. Darrell was notorious for never ever asking for assistance. It was only due to that special relationship that he had developed with Tisha, that she was able to help care for him during his last few months.
Darrell lost his battle with cancer on Saturday, May 2 at 7:07. He would have noted that he was born on a Saturday and been tickled by the match between the time of 7:07 and his birthday on Saturday, 7-07. He leaves behind his wife Lila, children Carl and Teresa, 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and all six of his siblings.
John 14:2 There are many rooms in my Father's house. I wouldn't tell you this, unless it was true. I am going there to prepare a place for each of you. Darrell goes to his home in heaven to join his daughter Lisa, his parents and parents in law, and all those friends both new and old who were such an important part of his life.
HOO-RAH!!
Darrell James Thompson
JULY 7, 1945 – MAY 2, 2020
Peacemaker: Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the Children of God (Matthew 5:9)
Darrell James Thompson was welcomed into the world on Saturday, July 7, 1945 by his parents Phyllis and James Thompson. He was born in Seattle, during the final months of WWII. Darrell was the oldest of seven children. Two sisters and four brothers followed him into the world. Early on Darrell took the responsibility for watching over and caring for his sisters and brothers. Being born at the end of a devastating war may well have been the impetus for his becoming not just the “big brother” but also the peacemaker for his siblings.
Darrell left school early but his interest in the world and curiosity about things was always a major part of his life. He explored all of the corners of Seattle finding the most interesting people and places. You could find him reading everything from the Bible to the dictionary or exploring the etymology of new words that he had learned or was curious about. He knew the meanings and the biblical meetings of the names of all his friends and family and was happy to share with them. His own name, he discovered, meant dearly beloved.
Darrell never met a stranger he did not like. He could walk into a new place and walk out with three new friends anywhere he went. He was always looking for what folks had in common or anything relatable to him. He carried photos of beloved family from his wife to his grandkids, his old cars and was happy to share the photos to start a conversation. He approached the world with a self-deprecating sense of humor and an inexhaustible fund of bad jokes. He loved to play his magic tricks; he had his niece convinced, for years, that her ears really did have quarters hidden behind them.
Darrell married the love of his life Lila June on February 6, 1965. They married several months after they had planned when Darrell discovered his mother-in law “had other plans “for her daughter. They had three children - Carl, Lisa and Teresa. Darrell And Lila lost their daughter Lisa to cancer in 2015. Before he passed he did say was excited to see her again. Lila says that Darrell was the love of her life and that it doesn’t seem possible that they were married for 55 wonderful years.
Darrell had a passion for cars and they were the basis for both his work and his play. He worked in the auto industry all his life from sales to being a limousine driver he even started his own detailing business, called Uncle Dee-tail. He liked to say that “if it had to do with cars, he either did it or drove it.” His personal favorite was a 1965 El Camino that he regularly took to the car shows in the area. His pride and joy netted him several trophies over the years.
He and Lila loved to go on drives especially up to Leavenworth and would happily drive as far as California. They would happily drive all the way to Spokane just for dinner. There would be 50s pop or country western on the radio. Darrell loved music of all kinds. He played both the drums and the spoons and one time even played with the Spoonman from Soundgarden in the streets of Seattle (Darrell’s words). He and Lila would often spend date nights going on drives, eating at Dicks or Taster’s Wok or dancing to their favorite music at home.
Darrell was also a movie buff; he amassed a collection of over 400 DVDs. Although he insisted that the movies that he kept have an appropriate message, one that shared a positive message or principle for the kids, his friends and family. He was somewhat infamous for continuous narrative commentary about the films as the family was trying to watch them.
Darrell loved golf and poker but did it in his own way. In golf he was a lousy scorekeeper his usual response when asked how many strokes was, “put me down for a Mulligan.” Or “We are not playing for money”. When he played poker he was always making up his own rules (and he had several up his sleeve). He loved pool and had a long running competition with his father-in-law, he also taught the kids to play. He was definitely his own person and was very clear about what he liked especially the real Coca-Cola “not that off brand stuff” and his “smokes.”
Darrell loved animals of all kinds, but he had a special place for 2 dogs named Rita and Zero. When he visited Teresa and Paul’ s house he would often bring them snacks, making them their own hamburger and even packed lunch bags with their names on them.
Darrell loved his family, his children, his grandchildren and his great grandchildren deeply and was always there for them. They remember him as a peacemaker and the caretaker and Jokester. He even moved to Marysville to be closer to his family.
Darrell was deeply religious. He remembered vividly the day he was born into new life at 5 years old and thanked his grandmother, Rose, for that day for the remainder of his life. You could often find him Bible studying, practicing and preaching the word of God! Teresa (his youngest daughter) often said he was one of God’s disciples who missed his picture at The Last Supper. He took seriously the Christian principal that “whatsoever you due to the least of these, you do to me.” He counseled prisoners at the local jail. He often offered relationship advice to his family members (whether they wanted it or not). He cared for his parents and parents in law in his own home and even opened that home to strangers becoming a licensed caretaker for other families that needed his assistance.
When his granddaughter Tisha lost her mom to cancer, she had a terrible time dealing with it and it was to Darrell that she turned. He helped her immeasurably on that journey giving her the unconditional love she so desperate needed. Darrell was notorious for never ever asking for assistance. It was only due to that special relationship that he had developed with Tisha, that she was able to help care for him during his last few months.
Darrell lost his battle with cancer on Saturday, May 2 at 7:07. He would have noted that he was born on a Saturday and been tickled by the match between the time of 7:07 and his birthday on Saturday, 7-07. He leaves behind his wife Lila, children Carl and Teresa, 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and all six of his siblings.
John 14:2 There are many rooms in my Father's house. I wouldn't tell you this, unless it was true. I am going there to prepare a place for each of you. Darrell goes to his home in heaven to join his daughter Lisa, his parents and parents in law, and all those friends both new and old who were such an important part of his life.
HOO-RAH!!
OBITUARY
Darrell James Thompson
JULY 7, 1945 – MAY 2, 2020
Peacemaker: Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the Children of God (Matthew 5:9)
Darrell James Thompson was welcomed into the world on Saturday, July 7, 1945 by his parents Phyllis and James Thompson. He was born in Seattle, during the final months of WWII. Darrell was the oldest of seven children. Two sisters and four brothers followed him into the world. Early on Darrell took the responsibility for watching over and caring for his sisters and brothers. Being born at the end of a devastating war may well have been the impetus for his becoming not just the “big brother” but also the peacemaker for his siblings.
Darrell left school early but his interest in the world and curiosity about things was always a major part of his life. He explored all of the corners of Seattle finding the most interesting people and places. You could find him reading everything from the Bible to the dictionary or exploring the etymology of new words that he had learned or was curious about. He knew the meanings and the biblical meetings of the names of all his friends and family and was happy to share with them. His own name, he discovered, meant dearly beloved.
Darrell never met a stranger he did not like. He could walk into a new place and walk out with three new friends anywhere he went. He was always looking for what folks had in common or anything relatable to him. He carried photos of beloved family from his wife to his grandkids, his old cars and was happy to share the photos to start a conversation. He approached the world with a self-deprecating sense of humor and an inexhaustible fund of bad jokes. He loved to play his magic tricks; he had his niece convinced, for years, that her ears really did have quarters hidden behind them.
Darrell married the love of his life Lila June on February 6, 1965. They married several months after they had planned when Darrell discovered his mother-in law “had other plans “for her daughter. They had three children - Carl, Lisa and Teresa. Darrell And Lila lost their daughter Lisa to cancer in 2015. Before he passed he did say was excited to see her again. Lila says that Darrell was the love of her life and that it doesn’t seem possible that they were married for 55 wonderful years.
Darrell had a passion for cars and they were the basis for both his work and his play. He worked in the auto industry all his life from sales to being a limousine driver he even started his own detailing business, called Uncle Dee-tail. He liked to say that “if it had to do with cars, he either did it or drove it.” His personal favorite was a 1965 El Camino that he regularly took to the car shows in the area. His pride and joy netted him several trophies over the years.
He and Lila loved to go on drives especially up to Leavenworth and would happily drive as far as California. They would happily drive all the way to Spokane just for dinner. There would be 50s pop or country western on the radio. Darrell loved music of all kinds. He played both the drums and the spoons and one time even played with the Spoonman from Soundgarden in the streets of Seattle (Darrell’s words). He and Lila would often spend date nights going on drives, eating at Dicks or Taster’s Wok or dancing to their favorite music at home.
Darrell was also a movie buff; he amassed a collection of over 400 DVDs. Although he insisted that the movies that he kept have an appropriate message, one that shared a positive message or principle for the kids, his friends and family. He was somewhat infamous for continuous narrative commentary about the films as the family was trying to watch them.
Darrell loved golf and poker but did it in his own way. In golf he was a lousy scorekeeper his usual response when asked how many strokes was, “put me down for a Mulligan.” Or “We are not playing for money”. When he played poker he was always making up his own rules (and he had several up his sleeve). He loved pool and had a long running competition with his father-in-law, he also taught the kids to play. He was definitely his own person and was very clear about what he liked especially the real Coca-Cola “not that off brand stuff” and his “smokes.”
Darrell loved animals of all kinds, but he had a special place for 2 dogs named Rita and Zero. When he visited Teresa and Paul’ s house he would often bring them snacks, making them their own hamburger and even packed lunch bags with their names on them.
Darrell loved his family, his children, his grandchildren and his great grandchildren deeply and was always there for them. They remember him as a peacemaker and the caretaker and Jokester. He even moved to Marysville to be closer to his family.
Darrell was deeply religious. He remembered vividly the day he was born into new life at 5 years old and thanked his grandmother, Rose, for that day for the remainder of his life. You could often find him Bible studying, practicing and preaching the word of God! Teresa (his youngest daughter) often said he was one of God’s disciples who missed his picture at The Last Supper. He took seriously the Christian principal that “whatsoever you due to the least of these, you do to me.” He counseled prisoners at the local jail. He often offered relationship advice to his family members (whether they wanted it or not). He cared for his parents and parents in law in his own home and even opened that home to strangers becoming a licensed caretaker for other families that needed his assistance.
When his granddaughter Tisha lost her mom to cancer, she had a terrible time dealing with it and it was to Darrell that she turned. He helped her immeasurably on that journey giving her the unconditional love she so desperate needed. Darrell was notorious for never ever asking for assistance. It was only due to that special relationship that he had developed with Tisha, that she was able to help care for him during his last few months.
Darrell lost his battle with cancer on Saturday, May 2 at 7:07. He would have noted that he was born on a Saturday and been tickled by the match between the time of 7:07 and his birthday on Saturday, 7-07. He leaves behind his wife Lila, children Carl and Teresa, 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and all six of his siblings.
John 14:2 There are many rooms in my Father's house. I wouldn't tell you this, unless it was true. I am going there to prepare a place for each of you. Darrell goes to his home in heaven to join his daughter Lisa, his parents and parents in law, and all those friends both new and old who were such an important part of his life.
HOO-RAH!!
Darrell James Thompson
JULY 7, 1945 – MAY 2, 2020
Peacemaker: Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the Children of God (Matthew 5:9)
Darrell James Thompson was welcomed into the world on Saturday, July 7, 1945 by his parents Phyllis and James Thompson. He was born in Seattle, during the final months of WWII. Darrell was the oldest of seven children. Two sisters and four brothers followed him into the world. Early on Darrell took the responsibility for watching over and caring for his sisters and brothers. Being born at the end of a devastating war may well have been the impetus for his becoming not just the “big brother” but also the peacemaker for his siblings.
Darrell left school early but his interest in the world and curiosity about things was always a major part of his life. He explored all of the corners of Seattle finding the most interesting people and places. You could find him reading everything from the Bible to the dictionary or exploring the etymology of new words that he had learned or was curious about. He knew the meanings and the biblical meetings of the names of all his friends and family and was happy to share with them. His own name, he discovered, meant dearly beloved.
Darrell never met a stranger he did not like. He could walk into a new place and walk out with three new friends anywhere he went. He was always looking for what folks had in common or anything relatable to him. He carried photos of beloved family from his wife to his grandkids, his old cars and was happy to share the photos to start a conversation. He approached the world with a self-deprecating sense of humor and an inexhaustible fund of bad jokes. He loved to play his magic tricks; he had his niece convinced, for years, that her ears really did have quarters hidden behind them.
Darrell married the love of his life Lila June on February 6, 1965. They married several months after they had planned when Darrell discovered his mother-in law “had other plans “for her daughter. They had three children - Carl, Lisa and Teresa. Darrell And Lila lost their daughter Lisa to cancer in 2015. Before he passed he did say was excited to see her again. Lila says that Darrell was the love of her life and that it doesn’t seem possible that they were married for 55 wonderful years.
Darrell had a passion for cars and they were the basis for both his work and his play. He worked in the auto industry all his life from sales to being a limousine driver he even started his own detailing business, called Uncle Dee-tail. He liked to say that “if it had to do with cars, he either did it or drove it.” His personal favorite was a 1965 El Camino that he regularly took to the car shows in the area. His pride and joy netted him several trophies over the years.
He and Lila loved to go on drives especially up to Leavenworth and would happily drive as far as California. They would happily drive all the way to Spokane just for dinner. There would be 50s pop or country western on the radio. Darrell loved music of all kinds. He played both the drums and the spoons and one time even played with the Spoonman from Soundgarden in the streets of Seattle (Darrell’s words). He and Lila would often spend date nights going on drives, eating at Dicks or Taster’s Wok or dancing to their favorite music at home.
Darrell was also a movie buff; he amassed a collection of over 400 DVDs. Although he insisted that the movies that he kept have an appropriate message, one that shared a positive message or principle for the kids, his friends and family. He was somewhat infamous for continuous narrative commentary about the films as the family was trying to watch them.
Darrell loved golf and poker but did it in his own way. In golf he was a lousy scorekeeper his usual response when asked how many strokes was, “put me down for a Mulligan.” Or “We are not playing for money”. When he played poker he was always making up his own rules (and he had several up his sleeve). He loved pool and had a long running competition with his father-in-law, he also taught the kids to play. He was definitely his own person and was very clear about what he liked especially the real Coca-Cola “not that off brand stuff” and his “smokes.”
Darrell loved animals of all kinds, but he had a special place for 2 dogs named Rita and Zero. When he visited Teresa and Paul’ s house he would often bring them snacks, making them their own hamburger and even packed lunch bags with their names on them.
Darrell loved his family, his children, his grandchildren and his great grandchildren deeply and was always there for them. They remember him as a peacemaker and the caretaker and Jokester. He even moved to Marysville to be closer to his family.
Darrell was deeply religious. He remembered vividly the day he was born into new life at 5 years old and thanked his grandmother, Rose, for that day for the remainder of his life. You could often find him Bible studying, practicing and preaching the word of God! Teresa (his youngest daughter) often said he was one of God’s disciples who missed his picture at The Last Supper. He took seriously the Christian principal that “whatsoever you due to the least of these, you do to me.” He counseled prisoners at the local jail. He often offered relationship advice to his family members (whether they wanted it or not). He cared for his parents and parents in law in his own home and even opened that home to strangers becoming a licensed caretaker for other families that needed his assistance.
When his granddaughter Tisha lost her mom to cancer, she had a terrible time dealing with it and it was to Darrell that she turned. He helped her immeasurably on that journey giving her the unconditional love she so desperate needed. Darrell was notorious for never ever asking for assistance. It was only due to that special relationship that he had developed with Tisha, that she was able to help care for him during his last few months.
Darrell lost his battle with cancer on Saturday, May 2 at 7:07. He would have noted that he was born on a Saturday and been tickled by the match between the time of 7:07 and his birthday on Saturday, 7-07. He leaves behind his wife Lila, children Carl and Teresa, 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and all six of his siblings.
John 14:2 There are many rooms in my Father's house. I wouldn't tell you this, unless it was true. I am going there to prepare a place for each of you. Darrell goes to his home in heaven to join his daughter Lisa, his parents and parents in law, and all those friends both new and old who were such an important part of his life.
HOO-RAH!!
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