Robert L. Thompson 1943-2025

Bob was born July 12, 1943, in Coalport, Pa., the son of Robert W. Thompson and Sarah Boyle Sherwin. He was raised in Clearfield, Pa. In school, he was active in football and wrestling and graduated in the class of 1961.

Bob became a journeyman electrician and was a 50-plus-year member of the IBEW working out of Local 573, Warren. For the majority of his career, he worked for Waynco Electric. He took pride in his work as well as the accomplishments of his apprentices.

In 1973, Bob married Peggy Jo Knepp McCune; together, they created a life they loved. Both enjoyed theater; they were season ticket holders at Kenley Players, Warren Civic Music and Trumbull New Theatre. They also volunteered to serve as ushers at Powers Auditorium.

Bob enjoyed shopping at garage sales and setting up items to sell at area flea markets. He and his wife liked to hunt for antiques and all things vintage. When their collecting got out of hand (Bob’s fault, lol!) they opened a booth at Historica Plus in their hometown of Clearfield, Pa., before relocating closer to home at Auntie’s Antiques in Parkman.

Bob and Peg served as youth advisors at Vienna United Methodist Church for 17 years. Many friendships formed with members of the youth group continue to this day.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Mary Lou Geppert; and his brother-in-law, Thomas Knepp.

He is survived by his wife; his son, Mark (Sue) Thompson of Denver, Colorado; his grandchildren, Emily, Ethan and Joshua (Lauren) Thompson, also of Denver, Colorado; his stepson, Michael McCune of Vienna; his brother-in-law, Joseph Geppert of Clearfield, Pa.; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family members and a long list of friends.

Cremation has taken place. Per his request, there will be no formal services.

Any donations in his memory can be made to TNR of Warren, PO Box 194, Cortland, OH 44410, or an organization of the donor’s choice.

The family is in the care of Lane Funeral Home, Madasz Chapel. Online condolences can be made at www.lanefuneralhomes.com.

“Bob, we loved you all of your life and we will miss you for the rest of ours.”

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