William "Pete" R. Thompson, 85, of Eudora, passed away surrounded by his family, on Friday, April 12, 2019.

Pete the son of Alvin and Pauline (McCulley) Thompson, was born in Eudora, MO on November 21, 1933. Pete married Meda Pierce on September 27, 1959, and to this union 3 children were born.

Pete faithfully served in the United States Army and then went on to begin his career as a pipefitter, where he retired after working for over 35 years. After retiring, Pete enjoyed working on machinery, fixing lawn mowers and buying and selling tractors. He especially liked John Deere. Pete liked to watch dirt track racing and sports on television. Pete also cherished his long-time fur companion, Spanky. He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Pete was preceded in death by his parents and son, Anthony "Tony" Thompson.

Pete is survived by his wife, Meda; children, Twyla Lightfoot and husband Mick of Springfield, Chris Thompson and wife Amanda of KS; grandchildren, Doug Lightfoot and wife Jessica, Ashley Ross and husband T.J., Grace Thompson, Rocco Thompson; great grandchildren, Brody Lightfoot, Anna Lightfoot, Ava Lightfoot, Solomon Ross; 3 sisters, Grace Yokley, Linnie McGowen, Hannah Vest; 1 brother, Buck Thompson; closest friend, Adren Stockton; nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and many friends.

Visitation will be Wednesday, April 17, 2019 from 10:00AM until service time at Eudora Baptist Church, Eudora, MO. Funeral services will begin at 11:00AM at the church with burial to follow in Eudora Cemetery, Eudora, MO.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Eudora Baptist Church and may be left at the church or funeral home.

The family would like to thank you all for your love and support during this difficult time.