Carl Graham Thompson, 89, of Hopkins, MI passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at Green Acres of Wayland. Without a doubt, he is rejoicing today because he has met his Lord and Savior face to face and has been reunited with the love of his life, Marlene. Born November 4, 1932 in Montgomery, NC, Carl was the son of the late Julius and Pauline (Morris) Thompson and was the devoted husband of the late Marlene Joyce (Adrianse) Thompson. He was a long-time member of Heritage Baptist Church in Kentwood. Carl loved Jesus and he wanted everyone he met to know Him as well. Carl was truly a family man. His family was well-loved by him and, in turn, he was well-loved by his family. He was a devoted husband who never left his wife to navigate life without him by her side. Carl's gentle nature afforded him the unique ability to allow each of his children to believe that they were his favorite without the others knowing. As a grandfather and great-grandfather, he took great pride in ensuring that he was the first to give each child their first taste of ice cream. Carl faced life's challenges with grace and always managed to find a way of getting through any difficulty that he was dealt. He will be fondly remembered as a faithful, gentle man who was true to his word. Carl is survived by his children, Pamela (Danny) Kisner, Randy (Robin) Thompson and Daniel Thompson; siblings, Peggy (Williford) Faile, Johnny (Anne) Thompson and Robert (LaDonna) Thompson; grandchildren, Kimberly (Ron) Evink, Timothy (Stephanie) Kisner, Randi (Dan) Knap, Michael Kisner, Dianna Kisner, Rob (Cara) Thompson and Rick (Lindsae) Thompson; and eighteen great-grandchildren. Along with his parents and his loving wife, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Jerry (Marlene) Thompson and Katie (Norman) White. A special, heartfelt thank you is extended to the amazing staff at Green Acres for their loving care of Carl and Marlene over the past three years. Your kindness and compassion are truly appreciated. The family will receive friends at Gorden Funeral Residence, Hopkins Chapel, on Monday, February 28, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. A funeral service will begin at 12:00 PM. Carl will be laid to rest beside his beloved Marlene in Maplewood Cemetery privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kindred Hospice, 625 Kenmoor Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546. Service Details. Visitation When: Monday, February 28th, 2022 11:00am - 12:00pm Location: Gorden Funeral Residence, Hopkins Chapel Address: 208 West Main Street Hopkins, Michigan 49328 Funeral Service When: Monday, February 28th, 2022 12:00pm Location: Gorden Funeral Residence, Hopkins Chapel Address: 208 West Main Street Hopkins, Michigan 49328 Interment Location: Maplewood Cemetery Address: 130th Avenue and 17th Street Hopkins, Michigan 49328 Online Memory & Photo Sharing Event Ongoing Online Event About this event In Loving Memory Of Carl Thompson November 4, 1932 - February 23, 2022 Look inside to read what others have shared Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in this book. View Tribute Book