James Kirkland Thompson, Sr.
James Thompson, Sr. Obituary
James Kirkland “Jim” Thompson, age 85, passed away on December 10, 2025. He was born on April 4, 1940, the son of the late James Elmer Thompson Jr. and Euphemia Montgomerie (Kirkland) “Effie” Thompson.
Jim was preceded in death by his beloved wife of many years, Kathryn “Ann” Thompson, in 2011, and by his son, James K. “Jim” Thompson Jr., in 2021.
He is survived by his brother, Robert Lawson Thompson (Lynne), and their sons, daughters-in-law, partner, and grandchildren; and by his sister, Mari-Elizabeth Campbell (Lonnie), and their sons, partners, and grandchildren.
Jim is also survived by his daughter-in-law, Antoinette “Toni” Thompson, and her family, daughter Beckey (Shawn) and son James K. “Jim” Thompson III; and by his son Bruce Andrew Thompson, and his children Bruce Jr. and Carly.
Jim was a graduate of Penn Charter High School and went on to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business. He was a long time employee of Acme Markets. He started working in the Acme offices when he turned 16 and moved to the stores during college. He left Acme for a short time going on active duty for the United States Army. While guarding the gold in Fort Knox, Kentucky the Thompsons' started their family with the birth of Jim Jr. Returning to Pennsylvania with second son, Bruce on the way, Jim returned to Acme and the company offices in Philadelphia. Jim retired from Acme in 1998 as the Director of Personnel.
Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army Reserve retiring at the rank of Colonel.
Travel was something Jim and Ann truly enjoyed. Their journeys took them all over the US, and most of the world. Theater was also something the Thompsons enjoyed. Long time season ticket holders to local theaters, trips to NYC and in town. Jim mostly enjoyed a good meal and some quiet time at home or at the shore with his wife Ann and his family.
There will be no ceremony at Jim’s request, in lieu of flowers donations may be sent to: Colonial Playhouse or American Cancer Society.