John H. Thompson

John Huey Thompson, 89, of Economy Borough, passed away peacefully, on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Providence Nursing Home, surrounded by his family.  He was born in Conway, on December 19, 1935, to the late James and Eva (Stevens) Thompson.

John attended Freedom Area High School.  From an early age, he loved gardening, along with fishing, hunting, camping and following all Pittsburgh sports teams. John also had a love for animals, especially the family dog, Cooper.  Up until his retirement, he was employed at the Conway Post Office for many years.

John is survived by his sisters, Joyce Whitehouse of Scottsdale, AZ, Betty (Frank) Palakovich of East Rochester, PA, and a brother, Gary Thompson of Conway, PA; also, many nieces and nephews, and great nieces and great nephews that loved him, dearly.

His niece, Christine, her husband Clint and their sons, were very close to him and took great care of him for 18 years in their home in Economy.  John’s niece Victoria was also very helpful with taking him shopping and to his doctor’s appointments. His nephew Mark was his fishing, camping and bash buddy.

John was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by sisters, Maryjane Thompson, Margaret “Peggy” Toogood, Nancy Monaci, and brothers, James Thompson and Robert Thompson.

Per John’s request, there will be no public visitation.  Inurnment will be private.  A celebration of life will be held at a future date for family and friends.  

The family would like to thank everyone at Providence Nursing Home in Beaver Falls for John’s care, and they would also like to thank Grane Hospice for their care in his final days.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

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