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Delton Thompson Obituary
Delton C. Thompson, 83, of Coloma passed away on June 28, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon on Thursday, July 3, concluding with military honors at noon. Those wishing to leave an online message for the family may do so at www.duffieldpastrick.com.
Delton was born on March 3, 1942, in Manila, Ark., to John and Iva (Blocker) Thompson. He was a motorcycle enthusiast, being a member of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association and loved traveling out west. Delton was also a veteran, serving in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a member of the Coloma American Legion Post 362. Above all else, Delton loved his family, especially his grandkids.
Delton is survived by his wife Darlene, whom he married May 27, 1989; his children: Darryl Thompson of Mishawaka, Ind., Marilyn (Frank) Robinson of Amarillo, Texas, Richard Thompson of Virginia Beach, Va., and Cassie (Floyd) Genovese of Kalamazoo, Mich.; and his siblings: Ola Thompson of Sawyer, Pat Brink of Benton, Ark., Peggy Moody of Paragould, Ark., and David (Barb) Thompson of Cabot, Ark. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Delton was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Emily Thompson and his siblings.
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Amy Cashman, MYCC
July 3, 2025
Delton was such a sweet sole, with a quick wit. I loved conversing with him while a worked. It was great to be able to catch up with him over the last few month's. I will miss you dearly, please know I am praying for the family and hoping you find peace at such a hard time!
David Thompson
July 2, 2025
Wish we could be there with everyone but we were able to spend the last 10 days with Dell and Darr. I will be praying Gods Devine Comfort for everyone´s loss .He will be greatly missed.
David Thompson
July 2, 2025
Dell was my big brother. I was in kindergarten when he came home from Basic Training. I was so proud of him, he showed up at school in his Dress Marine uniform. I was telling everyone, That´s my Big Brother! It was like seeing Superman in person! I will never forget that proud moment. I loved him, very much! There were 7 Boy´s and 5 sisters. Dell was my last living brother., Brothers are All gone but not forgotten. I thank God for the precious memories we have. Rest in Peace my Superman!
jim walker
July 1, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed every minute I spent with Del. Having spent thousands of miles with him I looked up to him as a father. In one of our cb talks turned cell phone over time we concluded he and my dad may have served in the Marines in Okinawa. I lost my dad in '94 and now Del. It's a big hole to fill. I'll miss his antics. This world is a lesser place without him. Put a quarter in the light Gladiator I'm right behind you.
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