Gail Thompson

Date of Death: December 27, 2012

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Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Catholic Church

227 Columbus Street

Sun Prairie, WI 53590

Thursday 1/3, 12:00 pm

Gail Thompson, age 74, left this world unexpectedly on December 27, 2012. She was born on Groundhog Day (a birthday shared with her youngest grandson) to Henry and Laura (Voelker) Thomas. Gail attended Sacred Hearts Grade School and Edgewood High School. Gail married Darrell Thompson on February 15, 1958. Gail's proudest attribute was her voice. She was a member of the Caecilian Choir at Sacred Hearts, which was directed by her aunt Bernadette Voelker. Gail thoroughly enjoyed traveling the United States, visiting her brother and sister-in-law in Connecticut and relaxing at her cabin on the shores of Lake Agimak. Gail worked at the Colonial Club Senior Center in Sun Prairie. Never did Gail turn down an offer for a card game or a challenging crossword puzzle. Family and friends were Gail's highest priority, spending as much time as possible with them. Gail thought that dogs completed a home and always appreciated visits from Jake and Abby.
Gail is survived by her son, Tom (Rena); her daughter Kari (Patrick) Damon of Sun Prairie; a brother Steve (Vicki) Thomas of Connecticut; a sister-in-law, Sandra Thompson; 3 grandchildren, Shawn (Amanda) Hodges, Alicia Hodges and Travis Thompson. She is further survived by 4 great-grandsons, and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, former husband; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 noon on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Catholic Church, 227 Columbus Street in Sun Prairie with Monsignor Duane Moellenberndt presiding. Burial will be at Sacred Hearts Cemetery in the spring. A visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at the Tuschen-Newcomer Funeral Home, 302 Columbus St. in Sun Prairie. The family would like to thank the Sun Prairie Police, Department, Fire and EMS. As the doves flies away we watch, when it is gone, we remember. Memorials may be made to the Colonial Club Senior Center
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Sun Prairie, WI 608-837-5400
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Always remember the wonderful times we had when Darrell and Harold managed the baseball team. For some reason they always had to talk over the strategy for the game at Doris's Last Chance or Margarets 10th hole before the game. Many memories I will cherish forever. Love, Mary and family

I was so sorry to hear that Gail passed! We played together when we were children. We used to dress up as nuns and play sisters. Then I moved away from Wisconsin and as sometimes happens you lose track of people. I last saw her when my dad died and she came to visitation. Rest in peace dear friend, I will always cherish the memories!

Big, big hugs coming your way dear friends with the loss of your sister, Steve, and your mother, Kari. May your memories bring you comfort.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Sincerely, Kevin L. Kosowski

Although I only knew Gail a short time, she shared a piece of advise with me that I will not forget. When discussing a family event ( with one of my not so popular family members in attendance ) Gail told me to "grab a turkey wing and chew on it " - that was an excellent solution so I could keep my mouth shut, and not tempted to say something I might be sorry for ! Always looking on the bright side !! You will have much to laugh about in heaven, dear ! You will be missed...

Gail's quick wit and sense of humor was always something special that she added to our Christmas gatherings. She will be missed. My sincere sympathy to her family.

Gail was a wonderful sister-in-law to me. I have many fond memories of her and all of wonderful and helpful advice she gave me. I remember her smile and her caring ways that she had. She was a good friend and a wonderful sister-in-law, and I will miss her. My sympathy to the Thompson family.

I have many wonderful memories knowing Gail for 44 years. I remember Gail and Darrell taking us out to Shakies Pizza located on 151 and East Washington to celebrate our engagement. I remember wanting that beautiful voice to sign at our wedding 42 years ago, but there might be a problem -- she was pregnant with her daughter. Fortunately Kari arrived on August 16th and a month later we were able to have her sign at our wedding with Ester Hughey. I remember what a great caregiver she was to her mother and her great attention to detail. I remember family birthday celebrations and love and warmth of the Christmas holidays. Gail was not known for her cooking skills and always caught comments about her bridge mix not having enough cashews. I have fond family memories of a caring and thoughtful person who loved to play cards, loved to know what was happening in our lives and to be included in our lives. She will be dearly missed. She was a wonderful sister-in-law.

Dear Thompson Family, Aunt Gail (as we called her) was such a sweet person. She was always so kind, and never was there a stranger in her home!. May God bless you during this difficult time. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Brian

I will always remember Gail with a smile on her face and a laugh in her voice... she will be missed.

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