Omer Thompson
April 08, 2013
Omer Thompson, 82, passed away at 12:27 p.m., Monday, April 8, 2013, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston.
Omer was born July 20, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois, to Omer L. and Helen (Krantz) Thompson. He served in the U.S. Navy aboard destroyers USS DeHaven and Mansfield during the Korean Conflict. He was employed by Meredith Corp. for 40 years, and retired from R.R. Donnelley in 1991. Omer was a member of The DeHaven Sailors Association and Graphic Communication Workers Union. After retiring he enjoyed sharing his passion for dinosaurs, fossils, and animals with elementary children for years.
Omer was a loving husband, father, and most of all a grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Aileen; children, Omer L. “Tom” (Barbara) Thompson III, Cynthia (Steve) Mayo, Teresa Swan, and Sandra Ryan; grandchildren, Amber (Gavin), Cliff, Amanda (Alex), Rose, Lauren, Ariana, Joshua, Megan, Sean, and Claire; sister, Dorothy (Ron) Thompson; many cousins; and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister, Julia Ann.
A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, April 13, 2013, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Des Moines North High Dollars for Scholars.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Rocky Palmer
03/17/2014
Once again I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences. I previously neglected to attach my email of rpalmer@wrightservicecorp.com should any of you wish to contact me. Sincerely Rocky
Eleanor (Miller) Bauer
04/12/2013
Aileen ,I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of Omer. I too, lost my Husband of 64 years last June. I have often wondered where you went in your life since North High. I have fond memories of our working on the Polar Bear together, drawing all those cute little polar bear illustrations.
Please extend my condolences to your family and know that my prayers are with you. My physical limitations prevent me from attending the funeral and seeing you again, but will be there in spirit.
Jean Foley
04/12/2013
Aileen and family,
My prayers are with you and your family. I have such fond memories of Omer. It would be years between our visits, but he would always seem to know what I was doing in my life. That meant a great deal to me! And he always made me smile.
Angela Emerson
04/11/2013
Amber (and Family) -
I'm saddened by your loss, but I have thoroughly enjoyed hearing those wonderful stories you share about your grandfather. He was indeed a very special man and I'm hoping that those wonderful memories you have of him will help you through this time.
Jerry and Ginny Nelson
04/10/2013
Cindy, Aileen and Family,
We are so sorry to read about Omer. I will never forget our trip to Texas and how much fun we all had. He made it so enjoyable. We keep your family in our prayers.
alan lovelady
04/10/2013
Tom, I was so sorry to read of your Dads' passing. I always enjoyed your Dad and his outgoing personality. Please send me an e-mail and let me know how you and Barb are doing these days. Again, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Alan Lovelady.