ObituariesMarch 3, 2025

Bobby Lester Thompson, an 86-year-old Missouri native and Air Force veteran, passed away on Feb. 28, 2025. Known for his love of travel and fishing, he leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and friends.

story image illustation

Bobby Lester Thompson, 86, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away Feb. 28, 2025 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Bobby was born Oct. 23, 1938 to Tony and Gracie (Hicks) Thompson in Poplar Bluff.

Bobby enjoyed extensive traveling with his wife, Rita, across the United States, fishing and bargain shopping. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force.

Bobby is survived by many nieces and nephews and many lifelong friends and his beloved pet Red.

Receive Today's News FREESign up today!

Bobby was preceded in death by parents, Tony Thompson and Gracie Thompson; wife, Rita; brothers, Lloyd, Danny, Joe, Paul, Jim, Everett; sisters; Lillian, Betty, Elsie and Lessie.

Visitation will be held from noon- 12:45 p.m. Friday, March 7, 2025 at Fowler-Sullivan Funeral Home, 701 Vine St. Poplar Bluff.

Graveside funeral services will begin at 1 p.m. at Memorial Gardens Cemetery, with full military honors.

Fowler-Sullivan Funeral Home assisting with arrangements.

Advertisement
Advertisement
Receive Today's News FREESign up today!