John N. Thompson, Jr.

Dec 24 1968

Jan 5 2022

53 Years

Cochraville, Pennsylvania

John N. Thompson, Jr., 53 of Cochranville, passed away on January 5, 2022 under the care of Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. He was the beloved husband of Rhonda L. (Thomas) Thompson, with whom he shared nearly 30 years of marriage.

Born in Jennersville, PA, John was the son of the late John N. Thompson, Sr and Lois L. (Mayberry) Thompson.

John was a 1988 graduate of Octorara Area School District. He worked as an industrial weed controller for Weeds, Inc. of Aston, Pa for 25 years. He attended Wesley Church, where he was involved in the Celebrate Recovery Program and was proud to have 14 years of sobriety.

John enjoyed hunting deer and fishing in the Octoraro Lake. John liked to cook and eat. He recently won the family wing off contest and was more than willing gloat to those who lost. He made a delicious coconut custard pie. John only owned Chevrolets, which mostly included Silverados and a 1973 Camaro. He was a fan of the Phillies, Eagles and Flyers.

He made nearly perfect mowing lines in his yard. He loved to make people laugh. And enjoyed his four-legged friends, "Jaxson" and "Opie".

In addition to Rhonda, John is survived by Courtney L. Mellinger, wife of Dustin of Milford Nebraska; one grandson on the way; and siblings, Eric S. Thompson, husband of Tammy, of Christiana, PA, and Kristin S. Merritt, wife of Sean of Stuart, FL.

The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 15th, 2022 at 11 AM at Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg, with a viewing at the funeral home from 9 AM until 11 AM.

A private graveside service will be held at Cochranville United Methodist Cemetery.

In order to protect those at risk, please wear a face mask (regardless of vaccination status) and do your best to practice social distancing while at the funeral home.

To view the livestream of the service, click here: https://www.facebook.com/WildeFuneralHome/videos/615639366361135 [1]

Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com [2]

Service Date:

Jan 15 2022 - 11:00am

Service Location:

Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg, 19365

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Condolences

Sending my deepest condolences [4]

I knew John for a short time while working at Weeds. I'm so sorry for your loss and send my deepest condolences

Submitted by Jason O'Neill on Sat, 01/08/2022 - 14:50

I'm so sorry Rhonda. Prayers [5]

I'm so sorry Rhonda. Prayers for you all.

Submitted by Kimberly Hume on Sat, 01/08/2022 - 16:00

Rhonda, Courtney, and family, [6]

Rhonda, Courtney, and family, If love could of saved your precious John, he would still be here with you. Your love was beautiful ,and it showed. John, go rest high on that mountain, as Jesus wraps His loving arms around your family. I will always remember John as one of the good guys. I love you Rhonda , and I will sit with you in your profound loss. Joy will come in the morning, God promised.

Submitted by Bev Gilmore on Sat, 01/08/2022 - 16:15

You are in my thoughts and prayers [7]

Rhonda, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of John He was such a nice man and will be missed by all who knew him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Submitted by Deanna Wolfe on Sat, 01/08/2022 - 18:13

I’m so sorry to hear about [8]

I’m so sorry to hear about the lost of a love one. My prayer to Ronda and family at this difficult time"🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Submitted by Janice Leo on Sat, 01/08/2022 - 21:15

So sorry for your loss. John [9]

So sorry for your loss. John will be there to greet you in heaven. Praying for peace and love to surround you, Rhonda and Courtney. Elizabeth's sister...Pattie

Submitted by Pattie Miller on Sun, 01/09/2022 - 12:03

On behalf of Kreider’s Market [10]

On behalf of Kreider’s Market, we give our deepest sympathies to you all. John was a faithful customer almost every morning, Ryan knows him by what he ate! May God’s peace and comfort surround you.❤️🙏

Submitted by Lloyd and Mary ... on Mon, 01/10/2022 - 11:51

Memories [11]

Our times on the lake were some of greatest. I’m gonna miss you greatly my friend. Words can’t express…till we meet again

Submitted by Steve Dodson on Mon, 01/10/2022 - 22:09

I’m so sorry. You and your [12]

I’m so sorry. You and your family are in my prayers.

Submitted by Stephanie Savage on Wed, 01/12/2022 - 09:39

A true friend [13]

Iv known John Rhonda since high school. John was one of my best friends we hunted fished and sometimes even got a bit drunk together. My entire family was very saddened and shocked. The memories I have with John and the stories I could tell would have us both laughing. He was a awesome man and a awesome friend that would drop what he was doing and be there for you. I will greatly miss this man a true friend father husband and grandfather. Gods speed John..

Submitted by Mike Halsey on Wed, 01/12/2022 - 09:47

Hugs [14]

Dear Rhonda,

I am sorry for the loss of John. He will be your guiding light for the rest of your days.

Lots of Love,

Dené

Submitted by Dené on Wed, 01/12/2022 - 14:32

Rhonda, So sorry for your [15]

Rhonda, So sorry for your loss. My deepest Condolences.

Submitted by Pat Love on Fri, 01/14/2022 - 18:33

Rhonda and Family ... What a [16]

Rhonda and Family ... What a blessing it was to be able to watch the service for John while in my home in Georgia. Although I didn't know John (his mother-in-law is my cousin), my heart goes out to Rhonda and Courtney in the loss of their husband/father. I'm sending prayers for peace and comfort as they both continue to move on with their lives and adjust to their new normal, without John, while holding on to the wonderful memories they have of him. May God bless John's family at this difficult time.

Submitted by Judy Osborne on Sat, 01/15/2022 - 12:36

Our Deepest Sympathy To Rhonda & Family [17]

I have known Rhonda and John since our high school years. He was such a great guy and you two made an awesome couple. I've enjoyed giving Rhonda a hard time over the years. I always said John was a Saint and husband of the year for dealing with Rhonda. Of course Rhonda would start yelling back right away. Lol. Our hearts break for your loss. It's hard for us all to wrap our heads around things like this but one day it be clear why things happen the way they do.
Condolences from the Groff Family!

Submitted by Doug Groff on Sat, 01/15/2022 - 21:31

Fly with the angles cousin, [18]

Fly with the angles cousin, love you always,

Submitted by Booth Lesley on Tue, 01/18/2022 - 20:36