Thompson, Joseph "Joe" Garfield

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JOSEPH "JOE" GARFIELD THOMPSON died in St. Michael's Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit in Lethbridge with his beloved wife Miriam Thompson by his side on Sunday, December 7, 2018 at the age of 75 years.

He leaves his wife of 50 years Miriam; his son Kurt Thompson, daughter Melissa Lozoff; two grandchildren; sister Diana White; and many beloved friends.

Joe was born and raised in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia by his loving parents Joseph and Mable Thompson. At the age of 19, Joe started his teaching career and went on to become an esteemed Math Teacher for 34 years in Taber, Alberta. He was highly regarded and treasured by both teachers and students alike, and kept in touch with many of his students over the years. Joe was an active member of his community and a part of many organizations: The Kinsmen, The Moose, The Lethbridge Chapter of the United Ostomy Association, to name a few. Enjoying life to the fullest Joe was an avid card and game player, led long hikes and, after retiring in 1997, travelled the world with his wife. The life of the party, Joe was always kind, welcoming and so much fun to be around; an energetic loving spirit that will be missed by so many.

No funeral services will be held and in lieu of flowers, we suggest you make a donation to The Canadian Cancer Society, #200, 325 Manning Road N.E., Calgary, AB, T2E 2P5.

Miriam, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family. Take care.

Karenne Stuckart, January 13, 2018

I'm very sorry for your loss Miriam. Joe was a wonderful man. I will always remember his math class and seeing you both together. My deepest condolences to you and your children.

Amanda Harris, January 11, 2018

Mrs. Thompson, I was so sorry to her of Joe's passing - although I had you for a teacher, I never had the honour of being taught by him. It was always so nice to see you walking "the hill" on my runs - it was a great excuse to stop for a visit and a break. Sending you my love and prayers.

Lisa Shimozawa, January 10, 2018

Joe was a wonderful person and my and Tom's favorite teacher! I still tell my children stories about my favorite Math classes with Mr. Thompson. They groan at his jokes just like we did all those years ago. Tom and I are very saddened by his passing. He will be missed. Condolences to you all.

Tricia & Tom Schmitz, January 9, 2018

Our sympathies go out to you Miriam and your families. Joe was a good guy, a straight shooter and one heck of a math teacher. But above all he put his students' success first and worked hard to help them achieve their goals. Always fun and a great colleague to work with. He will be missed.

Bob & Barbara Gammon, January 9, 2018

This is so sad. He was the best, and I learned so much from him. Take care, Miriam.

Janis Crighton, January 9, 2018

So sorry to hear of the loss of Joey(as Dad always called him). Many fond memories of your trips to Nova Scotia. Thinking of you all. Take care. Nancy

Nancy (Simpson) McGee, January 9, 2018

I shared the obituary on the Myers Class of '88 page. The comments made are about what a nice man Mr. Thompson was. People say he made math easy. People say he was one of their best teachers. I hope the knowledge of the impact he made to many of his students helps you in this time of grief.

Denise Franke (nee Pickerell), January 9, 2018

Oh Miriam, we are both so sad to hear of the passing of your dear husband. To you and Kirt and Melissa we say remember the great times you all shared together and the things he taught you. He was a great man and will be sadly missed aloha with a big hug to all of you

Cliff & Deveney Walters, January 9, 2018

Best math teacher I ever had, almost saved me from blowing math completely...lol...a great guy...thanks Joe...

Kerry Ishida, January 9, 2018

Joe was a kind and fun guy to be with. We enjoyed his and his family's company on many occasions. We will miss him.

Frank Spanbauer, January 8, 2018

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