Richard Paul Thompson, 86, of Lanesboro, passed away peacefully February 19, 2019, at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield.
Richard was born January 19, 1933, in Cresco, Iowa, to David and Vinona (Schneckloth) Thompson. He attended Gribben Valley and Whalan schools in Lanesboro and graduated from Lanesboro High School in 1952.
Richard was a farmer, but mostly loved the outdoors from beekeeping to hunting, fishing, and trapping; and he was always there to lend a helping hand for whoever need it.
Richard was an only child, so survivors include a number of cousins, and his second family, the Wagners. He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Vinona.
A funeral service was held 11 a.m. on Friday, February 22 at the Bethlehem Lutheran church of Lanesboro, with Pastor Kerry Eversole officiating. Visitation was one hour prior to services at the church. Spring interment will take place at the Lanesboro cemetery. A special thank you to Seasons Hospice and Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield and the County and Samaritan Nurses.
Riley funeral home assisted with the arrangements. To share a condolence please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com