John L. Thompson, 80, of North Platte, passed away January 11, 2019 at Great Plains Health.  He was born May 3, 1938 to Eddie and Katherine (Engleman) Thompson at Bayard, NE.  John graduated from North Platte High School with the class of “58”.

On August 4, 1962, he was united in marriage to Jeanette Cropp at North Platte.  John was employed as a carman with Union Pacific Railroad for over 30 years.    He was a member of the First Christian Church and the Eagles Lodge.  John enjoyed woodworking, bike riding and working in his yard.

He is survived by his wife, Jeanette, of North Platte; children, Roger (Kelly) Thompson of North Platte, Carol Lilly of Grand Island, Catherine Jarvis of North Platte and Annette (John) Shafer of North Platte; four grandchildren, Heather (Karl) Jones, Kyle Thompson, Alexander (Madi) Thompson and Ashley (Kyle) Boysen; one great granddaughter, Chevey Stout and one on the way; sister, Jean Thompson of Kansas; and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers; and sisters.

Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com.  A memorial has been established in his memory.  Cremation has been chosen.  Memorial services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at the First Christian Church with Rev. Jan Ekstedt officiating.  The memorial book may be signed from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in care of arrangements.