Larry Allen Thompson, 74, of Shelby, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020. He was born July 18, 1946, in Muskegon, the son of Lawrence and Doris (Miel) Thompson.

Larry was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing, and gardening. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to anyone who knew him. Larry proudly served his country in the US Army, and was a veteran of the Vietnam War.

Larry was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and attended the Hart Ward. He was strong in his faith and was committed to helping and providing service to others. Larry held various leadership positions within the church, including Executive Secretary, Counselor, Branch President, and Genealogist.

Larry is survived by: his loving wife, Joyce Thompson; children, Kristie (Joe) Sallgren, Belesa (Timothy VanScoik) Thompson, Scot (Jessica) Bowen, Julie (German) Palacios, Naomi (Todd Smits) Szoboszlai, Kathleen (Brian Grey) Bowen, and David Bowen; and grandchildren, Riley Andrew, Staley Sallgren, Zander Bowen, Bentley Bowen, Camila Palacios, Lana Szoboszlai, Paige Smits, Bryce Smits, Piper Smits, Brinley Grey, Ashton Grey, and Phoenix Brush.

Larry was preceded in death by: his parents, Lawrence and Doris Thompson; and brother, Dave Thompson.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, October 26, 2020, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 2852 North 72 ^nd Avenue, Hart, MI 49420. Services can be viewed on Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89448238298 .

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com