James “Jim” Thompson, 87, of Preston, Minn., died Wednesday, September 11, 2019, at Traditions Assisted Living in Preston.
Jim was born to Elmer and Aurelia (Krause) Thompson on November 19, 1931. He graduated from Preston High School. Jim married Joyce Ericson on January 8, 1966. They were later divorced. Jim farmed in rural Preston for several years. He retired in 1998 due to having a stroke. Sadly, his life was forever changed. He had a love for his farm, horses, dogs and hunting.
Survivors include his daughters Vicki (Rod) Jorgenson of Kasson, Karen Koens of Apple Valley, three grandsons: Tyler, Trent, and Taylor Koens of Apple Valley; sister-in-law Shirley Thompson of Spring Valley, and several nieces and nephews.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Jean Lawrence and Shirley Freiheit, brother Bud Thompson, and granddaughter Bailey Koens.
Visitation will be held at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home in Preston on Saturday, September 21, from 12:30-2 p.m.
The family would like to thank Traditions of Preston for taking wonderful care of Jim.
Leonard Gartner says
Knew Him a long time!He was a nice guy and friend!!
Anonymous says
My deepest condolences to you all..Jim and my dad,Roger Hovey were close friends for many years..your family was always kind and I remember a lot of laughter .Jim would get the horses out and shared his love of horses with myself and I suspect many others.my thoughts are with you all and wish for you happy memories and lives ahead of you. Connie Hovey family
Michelle Larson says
Sorry for your loss . He was a great guy. Loved going to there place for cookies or any can of.goodies. miss him alot.