Service Details
In accordance with Jim’s wishes, private family services will be held. Interment will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park.
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers, suggested memorials to Living Faith Lutheran Church or the Wisconsin Human Society.
Mount Pleasant – James Turner Thompson, age 87, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Saturday, March 20, 2021.
James was born in Racine on October 17, 1933 to the late Walter and Florence (nee: Steiner) Thompson. He was a graduate of Park High School, Class of 1951. Jim dutifully served our country with the Unites States Army as an MP from 1952 to 1954, during those years he was stationed in France.
On March 22, 1958 he was united in marriage with the love of his life, Patricia Mae (nee: Green). Jim worked at Bohm Electric, first as an apprentice electrician, then a journeyman. He eventually owned & operated Bohm Electric until he retired.
Among his interests, he enjoyed golf, camping, curling, skiing, and woodworking. Many people enjoyed getting a table crafted by Jim.
Jim is survived by his loving wife Pat; children Lisa (Augie) Schmidt, Sue (Gary) Sorensen, and Greg (Heidi) Thompson; daughter-in-law Renee Thompson; brother David Thompson, grandchildren Lynee and Rachel Thompson, 7 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his son Pete Thompson, brother Walt Thompson, and granddaughter Sunshine Schmidt.
In accordance with Jim’s wishes, private family services will be held. Interment will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, suggested memorials to Living Faith Lutheran Church or the Wisconsin Human Society.
Jane Peterson ( Steve and family) says
I want to express my sincere condolences to your family.
I had worked with Jim since 1971. We were all part of the Bohm work family. Jim was a dear friend to me. When he owned Bohm Electric, he was my work father. We talked about everything. Now as I reach retirement, it is surreal. My girls remember the fun company picnics at his house and my husband and Jim loved to talk cars.
After Jim retired, he would still come in to jabber with us when he would make his Popeye’s chicken run. After retirement Jim surprised me with a table he made me which I cherish.
Jim was a great boss, co-worker, and friend and he will be so missed. Love, Jane
(& Steve/family)
Scott Boehm says
I am saddened to hear about the passing of Jim. We met when I started in the electrical supply business nearly 40 years ago. Over the years I grew to appreciate him as one of my favorite customers and someone I respected and enjoyed working with…he is truly one of the good guys! Rest peacefully.
Laura Lee Dominguese says
So sad to learn of Mr. Thompson’s passing. He was a really decent person.
Donna Fox-Klawinski says
Very sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Jim. Hugs to your family
Bill Andrews says
I was very saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. My heartfelt sympathies go out to his family. Jim was a positive influence in my life He was honest, fair, understanding (except when it came to rewires!) generous, and a teacher, with a great sense of humor- quirky but fun! I always felt fortunate to say I was part of the “Bohm Electric Family.”