James B. Thompson

James B. Thompson, 48, of Sheridan, IL unexpectedly passed away Monday, August 8, 2022 at his home in rural Sheridan. He was born July 3, 1974 in Mesa, AZ the son of James and Sylvia (Forsythe) Thompson. He married Kelly J. Maree Thompson on May 12, 2000 in Yorkville, IL. He was a Veteran of the US Army where he did several tours overseas. Jim loved grilling meats and barbecuing. He had a love of comic books and was an avid collector of action figures. Jim was also a very talented artist. He was a manager at Menard’s Distribution Center in Plano, IL. In younger years he enjoyed hunting with his family. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with family.

He is survived by his wife, Kelly; father, James (Ellen) Thompson of Mesa, AZ; mother Sylvia (Rick) Mann of Mesa, AZ; his children, Cole, Morgan, and Addison Thompson of Sheridan, IL; two sisters, Kelly (Bart) Young of Mesa, AZ and Sara Thompson of Tucson, AZ; and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 5:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. on Monday, August 15, 2022 at Burkhart-Eighner Funeral Home in Sandwich, IL. A military service will be held at a later date in Arizona. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the family. For more information or to sign the online guestbook go to www.EighnerFuneralHomes.com

Burkhart-Eighner Funeral Home
606 E. Arnold St.
Sandwich, IL 60548
(815) 786-2165