Charles E. Thompson III's Obituary
Charles E. Thompson III, age 73 of Lewes, DE passed away after a long illness from pulmonary fibrosis on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at his home surrounded by family in Lewes, DE. He was born July 29, 1950, in Wilmington, DE, son of the late Charles Thompson, Jr. and Mildred Jones Thompson. He was also predeceased by two brothers, Randall and Kenneth Thompson.
Charlie was a 1968 graduate of Christiana High School and later received his Associates Degree in Drafting and Design at Del Tech. His entire career of expertise in industrial engineering included working for CVM Corporation in Wilmington, Delaware and ILC in Frederica, DE. After retirement he was not one to sit idle, so he continued his professional endeavors with many different companies, assisting in various projects.
Charlie was a devoted member of the Bethel United Methodist Church where he had served on many committees including the Stained-Glass Refurbishment Project and as President of the Trustees. He participated in mission trips with the church. He was also a current member of the Bethel Methodist Cemetery Board. Whenever he got the chance, he enjoyed going to the beach and watching his two favorite sports teams, the Phillies and Eagles.
However, above all he treasured the time spent with his grandchildren, attending their many sports games, and working with them on special arts and crafts projects.
He is survived by his wife of 39 years Beverly A. Thompson; his children, Mark Thompson, Michael Thompson (Megan), Shannon Ciconte (Nazzareno), Daniel Thompson (Allison); 14 grandchildren; one great granddaughter; his brothers-in-law, Robert Zych, Brian Zych (Michelle), Blair Zych (Carly) and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Bethel United Methodist Church, 129 W. 4th Street, Lewes, DE. where a viewing will begin at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow the services at the Bethel Methodist Cemetery, Savannah Road, Lewes, DE.
Floral expressions will be accepted, however for those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to Bethel United Methodist Church.
Please sign Charlie's online guest book at this site.
Florist Note- Please deliver any floral deliveries to the funeral home in Lewes on Tuesday 11/28/2023 by 4 PM.
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