George C. Thomsen
June 16, 1918 - October 13, 2013
George C. Thomsen was born June16,1918 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the son of Christian Thompson and Katherine [Pugh] Thompson. He passed away on Sunday, October 13,2013 at home in Prescott Valley. He was 95 years old. George proudly served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He married his loving wife, Merle Handley, on March 15, 1941. They shared 69 wonderful years of marriage. Three sons were born to George and Merle, George Jr. , Kenneth Lee, and Howard, as well as raising two nieces, Lillian and Patricia. Lillian and Patricia cared for him in Lillian's home for the past three years. George brought his family to Prescott, AZ in 1963 when they bought Mountain View Cemetery. He operated the cemetery for 45 years. Preceding George in death are his infant son, Howard, and his wife, Merle. George is survived by his sons, George Jr. and Kenneth [wife Karen], nieces Lillian and Patricia, four grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. George has been cremated and a celebration of his life will be planned at a later date. Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.
George C. Thomsen was born June16,1918 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the son of Christian Thompson and Katherine [Pugh] Thompson. He passed away on Sunday, October 13,2013 at home in Prescott Valley. He was 95 years old. George proudly served... View Obituary & Service Information