Forest Thompson

Forest Lowell Thompson, age 90 of Montello passed away Tuesday morning, August 16, 2016 at Harris Villa in Westfield. Forest was known by several names: Lowell and even, Frosty. He was born in Portsmouth, Ohio to Vanzel and Gertrude (Bentley) Thompson. Lowell served his country as a member of the United States Navy during World War II and later married Georgia Demas in Chicago on April 20, 1945. He worked for Reynold's Metals in McCook, IL, retiring after over 40 years of faithful employment. Together he and Georgia moved to Montello in 1985; she preceded him in death on October 21, 2002. Lowell loved old cars and spending time with his family and friends.

Lowell is survived by his two daughters: Barb (Glenn) Stelter of Montello and Connie (John) Meteisis of Homer Glen, IL as well as three granddaughters: Denise Stelter, Regina (Lynn) Leerek and Rachel Loring. He is also survived by four great-grandsons: Nicholas, Keller, Konnor and Brandon. Lowell is further survived by his siblings: Shirley Mitchell and James (Theresa) and sister-in-law, Marilyn Thompson as well as very special friend, Diane Jandl and nieces, nephews and other friends.

Lowell is preceded in death by his parents, wife, brothers: Harold, Howard "Bob" (Betty), Stanley and brother-in-law, Tom Mitchell.

A funeral service for Forest Lowell Thompson will be held on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Crawford Funeral Home in Montello. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Pastor Jeff Radley will preside and burial with full military honors by American Legion Post #351 of Montello will follow the service at the Montello City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to the family for a memorial that will be established in Forest's name.

The family would like to deeply thank the staff at both Harris Villa and The Montello Care Center for all the care and kindness they gave to Lowell and his family during his final months.

Crawford Funeral and Cremation Service of Montello and Oxford is honored to be serving the family. www.CrawfordFH.com

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