Joan M. Thompson

Joan M. Thompson, age 72 of East Dubuque, Illinois completed her earthly journey on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque.  To honor Joan’s life, a Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Happy’s Place, 2323 Rockdale Road in Dubuque, Iowa.  Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery in East Dubuque, Illinois.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Joan’s family.

 

Joan was born on September 10, 1947 in Hazel Green, Wisconsin, a daughter to Carl and Kathleen “Katie” (Ryan) Montgomery.  The family eventually moved to Galena, Illinois where she spent her early years developing her natural gifts of love for others and genuine kindness.  Joan was united in marriage to her soulmate, Jim “Boar” Thompson in 1986 and the couple has faced the world hand in hand every day since.  Her devotion to those she loved never became more apparent than when she went and earned her CNA primarily to be able to help care for her grandson at home.  She used her skills with Finley and Mercy Home Care also, but everyone knew that at the end of the day her main motivation was always to provide loving care to her family.  Joan possessed a relentlessly kind-hearted and giving character and the countless hours she generously gave to serving others before taking for herself will always be mingled tenderly within the abundance of beautiful memories she leaves behind.  When a little free time did happen to work its way into her days, Joan was most content to be visiting with her grandkids, working on her meticulously tended to flower gardens, or socializing with her friends in the Red Hat Ladies Society.  Sadly, Joan was called home quite suddenly, leaving the hearts and minds of those who knew and loved her in a deeply sorrowful state today.  But, we know and trust that the Lord has a plan in all things and that one day we will find peace again when we will get to see her sweet smile looking right back at us.  Thank you, Joan, for all you gave during your 72 years and may the example you’ve set forth help create some of the brightest moments yet to come in your legacy.     

 

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Joan include,

 

her loving husband of 33 years,

Jim “Boar” Thompson, East Dubuque, Illinois;

 

her 3 adored daughters,

Jean VanBlaracom, Monks Corner, South Carolina,

Karla (Donald “Donny”) Kass, Cumming, Georgia,

and Tamara (Tim) Freisinger, East Dubuque, Illinois;

 

her 6 grandchildren,

Michael (Michelle) VanBlaracom, Valerie VanBlaracom, Jordan Kass, Ryan James Kass, Heather Freisinger and Tanner Freisinger;

 

her great-grandson,

Xavier VanBlaracom;

 

her siblings,

Carl Montgomery Jr., Jacksonville, Florida,

Sandra (Donnie) Weinen, Elizabeth, Illinois,

Paula (Mike) Steiger, Waunakee, Wisconsin,

and Kirk (Renee) Montgomery, Mesa, Arizona;

 

her dear friends and neighbors,

Nancy and Deb;

 

along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbors.

 

Joan was preceded in death by her parents and a sister-in-law, Delores Montgomery.

 

Joan’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Mercy Hospital for all of their professional and compassionate care of Joan, and her family

 

Online condolences may be shared with Joan’s family at www.tristatecremationcenter.com

Celebration of Life

Happy's Place
2323 Rockdale Road, Dubuque, Iowa, 52003
October 10th, 2019 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

4 comments on “Joan M. Thompson
  1. Dawn Bates says:

    I am so very sorry for the families loss. Joan was an awesome lady and I feel so blessed to have spent sometime with her while she was in the hospital last month. She was such a kind woman and will forever be missed.

  2. Kathleen Williams says:

    I’m thankful for the time I got to spend with you shopping and hanging out. I will miss eating pizza everytime we went off. Thanks for always taking time for me. I love you and will miss you more.

  3. Nancy Thompson says:

    Dear Jim, I’m so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. I hope your memories of your many happy years together will be a source of comfort for you in the days ahead.

  4. Dawn Stelpflug says:

    I am so very sorry for your loss, she was such a gem. Always enjoyed visiting with her, and catching up. She will truly be missed by so many. Sending hugs and prayers to all of you.
    Deepest Sympathy
    Dawn and Slim

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