Edward Wayne Thompson

Edward Wayne Thompson left this world on February 16,2009 to begin his journey along the stars back to the creator's land, a place of living light where he will be embraced by those who have gone on before. At Wayne's request there will be no funeral services. A celebration of his life will be on February 28, 2009 beginning at 11:00 a.m., at his home in Bonners Ferry (7412 Cassia Street). Family and friends are welcome. Wayne was born in Washougal, WA. August 12, 1935, the son of Alexander and Ella Thompson. His younger years were spent in Spokane WA, but he often talked about Peone Prairie and staying with his grandparents. Wayne was a long time resident of Sandpoint. He loved working in the woods, but also delivered concrete and at one time managed R & E Payless in Algoma. In the mid 70's he and his family worked for Carl May, building portions of the Pacific Crest Trail in the Siskiyou Mountains. There were many fond memories of camping and arrow head hunting on the weekends, and just getting to spend quality time with his children. He also lived and worked in Polson, MT; Palmer, AK; and Angel's Camp, CA. After returning to Sandpoint in 1989, he went to work for Randy Ross who was not only his employer but a great friend. There was hardly a day Wayne didn't look forward to work because he enjoyed the camaraderie of the crew and anyone who worked in the woods beside him. He was known for his practical jokes and quick wit. He had a great love of the outdoors, whether at work; camping; fishing or hunting with his family and friends. It was all the family and friends that made those times special to him. He will be greatly missed by all. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Connie Thompson; 3 children Charlie (Nikki) Thompson in Sagle, ID; Debbie (Gordon) DeLong in Anaconda, MT; Michael (Kristi) Thompson in Sandpoint, ID. 4 stepchildren, Todd (Sarah) Mitchell in Sagle, ID; Mark (Tammie) Mitchell in Sagle, ID; Ginger (Barry) Bump in Bonners Ferry, ID; Becky (Greg) Jones in Grey Cliff, MT.; 19 grandchildren, Larisa (Manuel) Roger in Sagle; Jessica, Samantha and Audra Potter; Tyrel, Jesse and Jared DeLong; Sarah and Travis Thompson; Sophia (Kyle) Baker; Mamie and Adrian Mitchell; Kayla and Mark Mitchell; Jaylee and Haylee Ludolph; Tona Yates; Cassie and Lexie Jones; 4 Great Grandchildren, Nolan Angell, Cort Bollom, Abigail Baker, Gabriel J. Wayne Roger. Also surviving are two siblings Jerry (Glenda) Thompson in Spokane, WA; Ann (Chuck) Wilkinson in Provo, UT, several nieces and nephews, and his Aunt Hattie (Glen) Long of Sagle, ID.