Bruce E. Thompson

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bruce E. Thompson of Northfield, New Hampshire on July 15, 2023 after years of declining health. He was 82. Born on July 2, 1941, Bruce spent his formative years growing up in Northfield and working in the family business, the AA Thompson Fuel Company. He met and fell in love with his high school sweetheart, Jean Thompson, whom he later married and shared 64 years of beautiful memories.

In 1959, Bruce joined the US Air Force, where he proudly served for four years stationed in Hawaii. After his honorable discharge from the Air Force, Bruce and Jean returned to Northfield to raise their family, and Bruce found work at Benson Auto and Webster Valve.

Seeking new opportunities, Bruce and Jean embarked on a new adventure as small business owners. They owned and operated the Tilton Inn in partnership with Bruce's predeceased brother, Doug Thompson, and his wife Madelyn.

Later Bruce and Jean moved to Port Richey, Florida and created a family entertainment business, Stop N Play. As a franchisee of the local enterprise Funspot, owned by Bruce's late step-brothers Robert and John Lawton, Stop N Play became a beloved destination for fun and amusement.

In 1998, Bruce and Jean decided to return to their roots in Northfield due to Bruce's declining health. Despite challenges, they cherished their time together and with their family.

Bruce is survived by his wife of 64 years, Jean C. Thompson, his daughter Carlissa Huckins and her husband Brian, his daughter Nona Beyor and her husband Randy, and his daughter Gina Poole and her husband Tim.

He leaves behind his cherished grandchildren Chelsea Folini and Aja Huckins, Kane, Eben and Mitchell Peverly, Jillian and Abby Beyor, six great-grandchildren, and his half-sister Janie Wyman.

A private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Merrimack County Nursing Home in appreciation of the exceptional care he received.