It is with deep sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Cole Jacob Thompson (Lorenzen), of Blaine, MN, who was taken from us too soon in a car accident, March 31, 2024. Cole will be remembered for his infectious smile, his kind heart, and his unwavering passion for life. He was a beloved son, brother, and friend whose grizzly bear spirit touched the lives of all who knew him.
When Cole was born on April Fool’s Day, he understood his assignment and brought intense laughter and spread positivity everywhere he went. Throughout his life, “Caveman” Cole was the CEO of adventure and had an authentic vibe like no other. Cole paved his own path in life behind the wheel of his truck, “Big Red” or his prized 1990 Lexus LS4.
Above all, Cole will be remembered for his larger-than-life energy and loyalty to his family (if you know you know). Always willing to protect and help anyone who needed it, he had an intuitive way of lifting others up with his sense of humor and glowing eyes. He touched many lives with his charisma and easily made lasting connections with those he met.
Cole's sudden departure just one day shy of his 21st birthday, has shook the lives of his family and friends. Although Cole's time on earth was cut short, the impact he made and will continue to make from the stars is immeasurable. As we mourn his untimely passing, we find solace in the precious memories we shared with him, and the legacy of love and ambitious energy will echo in eternity.
Cole will be deeply missed by his mother, Amy Lorenzen; father, Kristopher (Carie) Thompson; siblings, Dylan, Paige, Jayna and Alysen; maternal grandparents, Gary and Jennifer Lorenzen; paternal grandmother, Karen Carlson; maternal great-grandmother, Elizabeth Fletcher; aunts and uncles, Stephanie Lorenzen Weigel, Crystill (Dave) Boomgarden, Ken (Cindy) Thompson, Kelly (Bill) Wiebke and Kathryn Thompson; cousins, Jonathan, Rowan, Ashley, Nicole (Collin), Kristin, Nathan and Benjamin; and many other family members as well as a wide circle of devastated friends who will all carry his memory in their hearts forever.
Join us for Cole's Memorial Service on Friday, April 12, 2024, at Gearhart Funeral Home, 11275 Foley Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN, 55448. Visitation will begin at 1 pm, service at 3 pm and luncheon to follow. Livestreaming will be available for those who are unable to attend. Watch the service at: https://vimeo.com/event/4220725/0dee3d4884
Afterwards we will be headed to the Anoka Kindness Rock Garden by Rum River Dam. The dam is one of Cole's favorite spots. The purpose of the Anoka Kindness Rock Garden is to scatter kindness, positivity and love while connecting us to one another. If you are able please bring a rock with a positive message to leave at the garden in honor of Cole and/or a book to donate to the free book exchange library. We can continue to spread positivity to others, Cole would have wanted that.
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