Conrad F. Thompson

Conrad Thompson, 80, passed away at his home on November 8, 2022. He was born in Des Moines, Iowa on January 3, 1942, the son of Wilkin and Dorothy Thompson (Bud and Dot).

Conrad married Jean Kuepper on June 12th, 1971, and they shared 51 years together. He worked in construction as a dry wall finisher for 40-50 years until retiring in 2007. Conrad loved tinkering with cars and stayed busy with garage projects and refurbishing cars and trucks. He liked collecting guns and was an avid bow hunter. Conrad was a simple man, a friend to everyone, and enjoyed visiting with and lending a hand to neighbors.

Conrad is survived by his wife, Jean Thompson; son, Aaron (Kim) Thompson; brother, Herman Thompson; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Kelly Petrin; and brother, Larry Thompson.

A memorial visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m., Monday, November 14, 2022, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NE 60th Ave., Des Moines.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Heart Association (8805 Chambery Blvd, Johnston, IA 50131), LifeServe Blood Center (431 E. Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309), or the National Wildlife Federation (PO Box 1583, Merrifield, VA 22116-1583), in loving memory of Conrad.

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

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