Thompson, Robert E., 67, Easton, in Presque Isle, October 17, 2008. Arrangements are in the care of the Duncan-Graves Funeral Home, Presque Isle.
EASTON – Robert E. Thompson, 67, died unexpectedly early Friday morning October 17, 2008, at a Presque Isle hospital. He was born in China, ME, the son of Rhoda Thompson and Kenneth Holmes. Robert worked as a carpenter, and was a jack of all trades.
He is survived by three sons, Robert of Alabama, Jonathan of Easton, and Gregory Thompson of Caribou; four daughters, Rose McEwen of Caribou, Jessica Parady of Fort Fairfield, Heidi Thompson of Ashland, and Laurie Shackett of Perham; two brothers, Frank Blackstone of Caribou and John Holmes of Blaine; three sisters, Velva Fortin of Woodland, Gladys Kimball of Limestone, Norma Jean Porterfield of Okla.; and ten grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Andrew in 1982; a brother, Kenneth Holmes; and a sister, Peggy Jo Holmes.
Funeral services were held 1 p.m. Monday, October 20, 2008, at the Washburn Pentecostal Church with the Rev. Bruce Blakney officiating. Relatives and friends called 12- 1 p.m. at the church. Interment was at Fairview Cemetery, Perham. Condolences may be expressed at www.duncan-graves.com.
