David Thompson

David Kennedy (Ken) Thompson, 85, went on to his well-earned rest on June 25, 2024. He
passed peacefully in his home in Greeneville, TN surrounded by family.
Ken was born in Asheville NC on February 16, 1939 to Ellis and Julia Thompson. He
graduated from Enka High School in Asheville and then served in the Army.

He and Barbara Smith married in 1966 and raised two sons. He was an excellent mechanic and handyman and had a passion for motorcycles and cars. Ken enjoyed Ham radio, flying model airplanes with friends, and he and Barbara performed with the Fabulous Fifties group, entertaining countless people. He retired from Superior Business Forms after many years of employment, and served as a deacon at Meadowcreek Presbyterian Church. After being married for over 50 years, Ken held Barbara’s hand as she passed over in February of 2022.

He is survived by two sons, Dale and Vincent Thompson; two daughters-in-law, Shannon
Miller and Leyla Cruz; and grandson Zachary Thompson. He was preceded in death by his
parents, by his wife, Barbara, and one brother, Daniel Thompson, of Asheville NC.

A memorial and celebration of life will be held at Meadowcreek Presbyterian Church in
Greeneville for both David Kennedy Thompson and Barbara Erline Smith Thompson on
Saturday July 13th at 11am. A memorial bench will be dedicated to the couple’s longstanding service to and love of their church community and each other. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to your local animal shelter or other charity.