Bernard Thompson
Passed March 8, 2026
Highland, IL
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Bernard Thompson in Highland, Illinois, who passed away on March 8, 2026, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bernard Thompson to pay them a last tribute.
In the vast expanse of eternity, Bernard shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Bernard farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Truman Thompson and Helen Thompson (Campion); his granddaughters, Megan Marie Flatt and Gwendolyn Fay Thompson; and his brothers, Roger and Richard Thopmpson.
He is survived by: his wife Diana Bienemann; his children, Shawn Thompson (Kara) of Hartford and Tonya Flatt (Michael) of South Roxana; and his grandchildren, Laura Hildenbrand (Jake), Michael Flatt (Malyn) and Becca Thompson.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 12th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Marks Mortuary (633 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL 62095). A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 13th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
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