Condolence From: Ryan Olive
Condolence: I am so very sorry for your loss. I want to thank you for for sharing Bill with us in Panama City these last few years. His quick wit and personality will be missed. His unparalleled knowledge of fuels will never be replaced. I have learned so much from him. Rest In Peace.
Friday August 10, 2018
Condolence From: Robert Lancy
Condolence: Thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I served with Bill on the great ship USS Midway many years ago and have fond memories of him. He was a great chief and mentor to many. Rest in Peace Chief.
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Robert Lancy
ABFC Retired
Thursday August 09, 2018
Condolence From: John Floyd
Condolence: I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the Thompson family. I first met Bill over 30 years ago in 1987 at a conference in Sasebo, Japan when we were both First Class Petty Officers. We subsequently served aboard USS MIDWAY where I was privileged to have him sponsor me to Chief and pin my anchors. I was fortunate to synch with Bill numerous times over the years and again when he relocated to Milton and we both transitioned to our second careers with NAVSUP. I will forever remember Bill as a trusted confidant and mentor who was passionate about improving processes and those around him; he definitely left his mark. Farewell “Wild Bill”.
John Floyd
ABCM Retired
Wednesday August 08, 2018
Condolence From: Wayne Wragg
Condolence: To the Thomson family, I am very, very sorry for your loss and I pray that all the good memories and time will heal your pain soonest. I had the honor and the privilege to work alongside Bill on many efforts over the years to better our facilities. I respected his professionalism, knowledge, work ethic, and his friendly nature, but most of all, I ultimately realized his depth of caring. He left every place he served a little better for him being there and it was the same for his time at NSA Panama City. Bill, thank you for the memories - I will not forget you and our time working together and your faithful service to this great country, right up until the end. God Bless and RIP.
Wednesday August 08, 2018
Condolence From: Barry Hogfoss
Condolence: My sincere condolences. Fair Winds and Following Seas AB.
Wednesday August 08, 2018
Condolence From: Fred Naylor
Condolence: My deepest sympathy for Chief Thompson’s family. I served with the Chief onboard the Midway 20+ years ago and have many fond memories of him. He was a great Chief and mentor and will be sorely missed. Rest In Peace Chief.
Wednesday August 08, 2018
Condolence From: Corey Chisholm
Condolence: My thoughts and prayers go out to the Thomson Family. I had the pleasure of working with Chief Thomson some 20+ years ago (my first chief) and most recent at the NAVSUP Energy Office. 20+ years later I still found myself calling him the Chief. Bill was well respected amongst the ABF community, as a leader and friend. He will be missed. Farewell my friend, rest in peace!
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Corey Chisholm
CWO4 Ret, USN
Wednesday August 08, 2018
Condolence From: James Drasgow
Condolence: My deepest condolences to the family of Master Chief Bill Thompson. I served with him in Iwakuni, Japan and the on USS Midway. Bill was a fine sailor and a great Master Chief. Rest In Peace my friend and may god watch over your beautiful family. You will be missed
Wednesday August 08, 2018
Condolence From: Eric Brown
Condolence: My condolences to the family. I had the peasure of serving with Bill during my first tour as a newly commissioned Chief Warrant Officer. I reported aboard the USS Midway not knowing a thing about my job. Bill was among those I had to learn from he was the Chief who immpressed me the most. He was a tremenous help to me and through his knowledge and abilities, I learned what it took to be a successful Naval Officer on the oldest aircraft carrier. May he rest in peace!
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Eric Brown, CWO5
USN, Retired
Tuesday August 07, 2018
Condolence From: Ernest Ringgold
Condolence: I am deeply saddened by the news of Bill’s passing. We served together in the Navy on the USS Midway. Bill was a mentor, and a friend, he will be truly missed. My prayers go out to his family, you have my deepest condolences.
Tuesday August 07, 2018
