Eugene R. Thompson, age 66, passed away at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital on Friday, May 12, 2017. Eugene was born in Kalamazoo on January 6, 1951, the son of the late Arlend and Viola (Edwards) Thompson. He was also preceded in death by a brother and a sister. Eugene was formerly employed by Kalamazoo Mill Supply, Kendall Industrial Supply, Tool and Abrasive Sales, Otsego Machine Shop and Thompson Pump. He is survived by his children, Skip (Danielle) Thompson and Beth (Matt) Duncan; brother, Larry Thompson; sister, Linda (Todd) Allen; as well as grandchildren and nieces and nephews.