Jackie Wayne Thompson

Mr. Jackie Thompson, age 76, of the Turkey Neck Bend Community, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, surrounded by his family. Jackie was born in Monroe County, on October 5, 1949, the son of Clint E. and Anna Jean (Emmert) Thompson. Jackie proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era, and retired from Poindexter Excavating, where he was a heavy equipment operator. After retiring, Jackie moved back to Monroe County, and enjoyed farming.

He is survived by his siblings; J. E. Thompson, Larry Thompson and wife Debbie, Michael Thompson and wife Doris, Stacy Miller and husband David, all of Tompkinsville, and Betty Davis and husband Roger of Bowling Green, a host of nieces, and nephews also survive.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Beverly Ruth Thompson, and one brother, Mark Thompson.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2026, from Bartley & Sons Funeral Home in Tompkinsville, with burial to follow in the Jane Yokley Cemetery, Military Honors will be provided by DAV Chapter 20. . Bro. Darrick Proffitt will officiate the service. 

Visitation will be held on Sunday morning after 9:00 a.m. until the service time at 2:00 p.m. at Bartley & Sons Funeral Home.

Pallbearers: Chris Thompson, Bruce Thompson, Jeff Thompson, David Thompson, Levi Miller, Ashley Thompson, Brent Carter, and Clint Dangerfield

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Jane Yokley Cemetery in memory of Jackie.

Bartley & Sons Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Thompson and his family at this time.