Charley C. Thompson, 66, passed away at 8:29 a.m. on Saturday February 7, 2026,
at Our Hospice surrounded by family and friends. He was born July 14,1959 in
Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He later moved to Indiana where he lived for the rest
of his life. Charley was a former member of the United States Navy. He was an
avid Nascar fan. He loved spending time with his grandson and found happiness in
being the family prankster. He had a gentle soul and loved animals of all kinds.
If asked about his favorite pastime it was definitely sleeping in his recliner.
He is survived by his daughter, Lacey (Michael) Leavitt of Nineveh and Sarah
Thompson (Jones) of St. Louis: his sister Meri Beth Chasteen of Mitchell and a
grandson, Oliver Wichlacz of Nineveh. He was preceded in death by his parents
and a brother Stephen Paul Clyde. Following his wishes he is being cremated, and
no services are scheduled at this time. Bass and Gasper Funeral Home in Westport
has been entrusted with the arrangements.