SPRINGFIELD, IL – Judith Helen Thompson, 83, passed away with her daughter by her side on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at her home.

She was born January 21, 1939, to Raleigh and Ruby (Kipling) Forner. She married Paul R. Thompson on August 21, 1965, in Industry, Illinois. She was preceded in death by her husband and infant twin brothers.

Judith was a graduate of Western Illinois University with a Bachelor's degree in education.  She received her Master's in education from the University of Illinois.

She was an elementary school teacher in Elmhurst and Springfield school districts, last teaching third grade at Wanless Elementary.  After her children reached middle school, she was a bookkeeper for Pay-Tel.  She was a member of Central Baptist Church and volunteered at Kumler Food Pantry for over 30 years.  She enjoyed reading, listening to music, watching the Chicago Cubs, and spending time with family.

She is survived by her children, Tim (Mary) Thompson, Kurt Thompson and Emily Thompson (Jeff Curry); stepchildren, Randy Thompson and Julia Thompson; grandchildren, Luke, Reed, Nicole, Daniela, Dylan, Clay and Tyler; great-grandchild, Cristian; sister, Julia (Robert) Schultz and one niece.

Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of a service at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 7, 2022, at Central Baptist Church with Reverend Mary Ellen Sharp officiating. Burial will follow in Camp Butler National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Kumler Food Pantry and Benld Adopt-A-Pet.