Birth date: May 15, 1969 Death date: Sep 5, 2025
Virgil Thompson, age 56, of Muskegon passed away unexpectedly on September 5, 2025, in Muskegon, MI. Virgil was born in Muskegon to George and Rosemary (Akins) Thompson on May 15, 1969. He was a 1987 graduate of Muskegon Heights. Read Obituary
Virgil was always one for a good laugh. He always had a great sense of humor and a sharp wit. He was a terrific brother and a wonderful person. I remember when we were planning our father's funeral I wore my Tony Stewart outfit because my dad loved NASCAR. Virgil mentioned that he couldn't concentrate on what the preacher or pastor was saying because he was distracted by the great pumpkin sitting before him. He meant me. I was bigger than what I am now and I was wearing all orange. it was hilarious and we all bust out laughing. He knew laughter could make us all feel a little better. He was always good for a great joke and a helping hand when we needed it. I will love him always and I will miss him forever.
one day after i had worked the chapel, he had me return to fill out the equipment inventory sheet. i had apologized for not doing it as it was my first time running the chapel. with a very cheerful smile he told me " its ok just thought i would let you know. "
My Fondest Memory of Thompson is him offering words of Encouragement to me being a new Officer when my boots hit grounds at E.C. Brooks in 2022. If I had questions, he never hesitated to answer them, even throwing in a lighthearted joke. Thompson's laugh was so contagious. We both would be laughing so hard, when he walked off. He was such a genuine person and he will be missed.
DeLisa Jones
we will miss you virg. rip.
bill& gloria pierce
When he would come into Wesco where I work, and try and give me a hard time. I loved it when he would rub my shoulders, that felt so good.
My fondest memory of Virgil is going into the Chapel at work, and sitting down and chatting with Virgil over a cup of coffee. I would pop in occasionally to check in on him knowing he was probably bored out of his mind, and just chit chat. He would always ask me how many fish I’ve caught lately, and where my secret spots were, and I always replied, “ It’s confidential secret squirrel spots.” He would laugh with that Virgil laugh we all have heard, and loved so much. We’re all going to miss Virgil’s smile, and that contagious laugh. He’s sadly missed by us all. RIP my friend, until we meet again, your friend DUNC 🎣
Worked with Thompson for the last decade, he was always happy and always brought cheer to a terrible environment. I’ll miss hearing him on the radio, or asking me questions pertaining to the mandate list. RIP Virg.
-The Tenhove’s-
