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James D. Thompson, Jr., 57, passed away at UnityPoint Health Methodist on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. He was born to James and Pauline (Pendergrass) Thompson on Oct. 17, 1963 in St. Charles.
James is survived by his father James Sr., of East Peoria, Ill.; sister, Darrah Strubhar, of Pekin, Ill.; girlfriend, Theresa Schultz, of Pekin, Ill.; one nephew; two nieces; two great-nephews; three great-nieces; and his beloved cat, CJ. He was preceded in death by his mother, Pauline. James worked at the Wastewater Treatment Lab for the City of East Peoria and retired in 2016. He was a member of Richwoods Community Church in Peoria, Ill. and loved cars and running. Cremation rites have been accorded and a graveside service was held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020, at Hillcrest Cemetery in Mountain Grove. Memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project or TAPS. Gary Deiters Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements and condolences may be left at www.GaryDeitersFH.com.
