He was born on December 19, 1944 in Altoona, PA. The son of late William Donnelly Thompson and Pauline Elizabeth Thompson (Bowman). “Robbie” graduated from Altoona High School, attended Robert Morris Junior College, and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from West Liberty State College.
“Bob” then went on to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry and retired from Novartis Pharmaceuticals in 2006. Rob was an avid golfer, loved the time he spent in Florida, and had an unconditional love for his family and friends.
Rob is survived by his loving wife Candace Thompson (Preto); Son Scott, Daughter-In Law Lori, and Grandson Evan, Daughter Laura, Brother William Donnelly Thompson Sr and Sister-In-Law Anne, several brother and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, and life-long friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday January 18th, 2020 from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm immediately followed by a Funeral Service at 2:00pm at Heady-Radcliffe Funeral Home, 706 W Jefferson St, LaGrange, KY 40031.
Family and friends are welcome to gather at the Thompson home, in LaGrange, KY, following the service.
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