Kenneth L

Thompson Sr.

Kenneth L. Thompson Sr. Was born August 29, 1918 to Irivins & Ethel M. Thompson in Closter, New Jersey. He was a resident of Teaneck New Jersey for over 48 years. He graduated from Closter high school. Kenneth was a veteran of World War II. He met Vivian the love of his life, at a bowling alley and was married in September of 1952. A year later the happy couple welcome there only child son Kenneth L Thompson Jr. in September 1953. Kenneth was employed at Fred Reuten in Closter, NJ until his retirement in the 1980s. Kenneth love Broadway Plays, he and Vivian would attend a show every Saturday, he enjoy reading the newspaper, traveling and playing bridge. Kenneth was a good husband and hard worker, he loved by everyone who knew him. He was married for over 66 years. Mr. Thompson was well known at the Presbyterian Church of Teaneck. Although not a member, he did attend special events in the church, in support of the late Vivian Thompson who is very active in both church and community. Church members admired the dedicated   care  he gave to Mrs. Thompson throughout her long illness. Kenneth lost the love of his life on April 20, 2018. Kenneth leaves to cherish his memory One son Kenneth L Thompson Jr.; brother-in-law Delawane Gilbert, nieces Brenda, Caroline and Cynthia "Sandy", Nephews Martin and Gilbert Junior in a host of other relatives and many friends.