Randy H. Thompson Sr.

Randy Harold Thompson Sr. of Alta, Iowa, passed away peacefully at home on September 6, 2026. Memorial services will take place Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. at Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake. Visitation will be held from 1-2:30 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home in STORM LAKE. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake is in charge of the arrangements. Randy was born on May 14, 1958, in Storm Lake, Iowa, to Elmer Harold Thompson and Ida Marie (Johnson) Thompson. He grew up with one sister and one brother. Randy graduated from Alta High School in 1976. Following high school, Randy proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1976 to 1980; stationed in Germany. His years of service were an important part of the man he became. Randy shared 45 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Sally Sue (Goodman) Thompson. Together, they built a family and a lifetime of memories with their three children: Randy Harold Thompson Jr., Justin Wayne Thompson, and Tabatha Marie Thompson. Randy was an owner operator semi-truck driver for 30 years, a career that suited him perfectly. He enjoyed the scenery and knew the roads like the back of his hand. He could give directions from any place without hesitation. He took his kids on many long trucking trips. Those miles on the road became much more than just trips, they became stories, laughter, lessons, and memories that his children will carry with them for the rest of their lives. He always ensured things were safe for his wife and kids before traveling. Randy took his family and friends on numerous camping trips and to visit neat places. Those trips left a lasting impression on anyone who was there. Randy was funny, stubborn, generous, and usually cool, calm, and collected. He had a generous heart and was always willing to lend a hand, share his knowledge, offer advice, or help someone with a project. He could fix things, build things, figure things out, and somehow always seemed to know what needed to be done. His family could count on him, and so could his friends. He has many dear friends that have stuck by his side and we are all so thankful for them. Randy Sr. enjoyed many hobbies including: fishing, boating, kayaking and camping. He also loved driving motorcycles, shooting guns and hunting. He was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan. He also baked the best chocolate chip cookies ever. His favorite hobby was his family. He especially loved being a husband, Dad, Grandpa and Great-Grandpa. When it came to his grandchildren and great-grandchild, Randy was one proud Papa. He loved watching and supporting them in their sports, playing catch, playing cards, fishing, camping, kayaking, eating ice cream and many other core memories. His family was his greatest source of pride and joy. Randy's life was built around the people he loved, the work he took pride in, the adventures he enjoyed, and the countless ways he helped others. He leaves behind his wife of 45 years, Sally Sue Thompson; his children: Randy Harold Thompson Jr., (Spouse: Ashley; Grandchildren: Urijah, Eleazer and Leah), Justin Wayne Thompson, (Grandchildren: Sunshine and Kaiden; Great-Grandchild: Iris, identical twin boys on the way) and Tabatha Marie Thompson, (Spouse: Jayme; Grand-Children: Angel, Joshua Jr., Finley and Chloe), Wife’s siblings: Natalie (Keith) Page, Kelly (Virgil) Gaffey, Penny (Dan) Bonham, Nicholas (Danielle) Goodman, Brother-in-law Ron Hildreth, as well as many beloved nieces and nephews, and also many dear friends. Randy was preceded in death by his parents: Elmer and Ida Marie Thompson, his sister: Karolyn Hildreth and Wife’s mother: Bonnie Goodman. To know Randy was to be touched by him in some way. Whether he was helping, offering advice, making someone laugh, sharing a story, road trips, cheering from the sidelines, enjoying a day of fishing, or simply spending time with the people he loved, Randy left a mark. He was one of a kind. He may have taken his final trip, but the road he traveled through all of our lives will never end. From us all, rest peacefully, you will always be in our hearts. Written by his daughter, Tabatha.

Randy H. Thompson Sr.

May 14, 1958 - September 6, 2026