Loren Ray Thompson was born in Centralia, Kansas on December 16, 1942. He died at home, Sunday, May 5th, 2013 after a brave struggle against brain cancer. People who cherish his memory include his wife Cathy (Johnson), his daughters, Tammy Parsons (Rob) and Kim Thompson, son Mike Meditz, 7 grandchildren and countless friends. A memorial celebration will be held on Friday May 10th at 11am at Grace Baptist Church, 1110 NE Michigan Street. Memorial contributions can be made to Grace Baptist. Online condolences can be left at davidsonfuneral.com.