Ian Thompson

Ian Thompson, 79, passed away on September 25, 2020, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. He was born in Northern England, on September 29, 1940, to Harold and Jennie Thompson. After his mother’s death at an early age, Ian was raised by his father and stepmother, Mildred.

Ian graduated from North High School in 1959. He worked as a truck driver for many years until retirement. Ian enjoyed fishing and watching sports.

Ian was a devoted Christian and longtime member of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church.

Ian is survived by his wife, Donna Thompson; children, Scott Thompson, Colleen Thompson, Steven (Diane) Thompson, and Holly Johnson-Thompson; 7 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and 3 great great-grandchildren with one on the way. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews, and a host of other loving relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, Ian was preceded in death by his brothers, Doug Thompson, Jeff Thompson, and Kenny Thompson; and his son, Keith Thompson.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2020, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home one hour prior to service time.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Ian.

Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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