Obituary of Lonnie Ray Thompson

Lonnie Ray Thompson was born on September 23, 1964 in Monroe, Michigan. He was one of seven children born from the union of his parents: Quincy Thompson and the late Dorothy Mae (Anders) Thompson.

Lonnie worked hard as a mechanic at a company owned by his brother. His favorite things to do was take trips down south to visit his extended family members, and always felt a sense of home in their presence. Lonnie loved his animals and truly adored his four-legged companions. He was naturally compassionate and charismatic, and always giving to those in need. He would never shy away from showing off his generous nature.  

In his spare time, he enjoyed tending to his garden. He was an absolute master of the grill and shared his cooking with friends and family. Lonnie had an ear for music, listening, singing and dancing along to his favorite country and gospel tunes. Lonnie was loved by his family and friends and will be missed by everyone who knew him.

Lonnie Ray Thompson, age 53 of Monroe, passed away at 8:15am on Thursday, July 19, 2018 at ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital in Toledo, Ohio. In addition to his mothers passing, he is preceded in death by his beloved dog: Patches.

To cherish his memory, Lonnie leaves his children: Lashara Thompson and Devan Thompson; his father: Quincy Thompson; his sisters: Barbara (Bill) Hober, Wanda (Steve) McCann, Bonnie (Ronnie) Mackey and Dorothy (Douglas) Bachman; his brothers: Bill (Laura) Thompson and James (Michele) Thompson; two grandchildren: Ashton and Braxton; his companion of five years: Sandy; his pup: Dozer; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members and friends.   

Friends may gather on Sunday, July 22, 2018 from 2:00pm until 8:00pm at Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe Street (734)384-5185. He will lie-in-state on Monday, July 23, 2018 from 10:00am until A Celebration of His Life at 11:00am at Monroe Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Roy Southerland officiating.

Online guests may leave words of comfort and inspiration, share a photo or send a floral arrangement by visiting our website at www.merklefs.com. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the entire staff at Promedica Hospital in Toledo for the wonderful care they provided Lonnie.