Jody Brian Thompson, age 62, passed away December 4, 2022 after battling a lengthy illness, at the home of his brother and sister in law surrounded by family.

Jody was born in Guthrie Center, Iowa on July 22, 1960 to Lyle E. and Ellen L. (Wheeldon) Thompson. Jody was known by many as Jerry and he never knew a stranger. He spent many years living in Manzaneo, Mexico where he loved to fish, scuba dive, walk the beach and spend time with friends down there.

When he returned he had the opportunity to renew many family and friend connections while continuing to battle his illness. Jody never gave up. He had many adventures from a young age until he could no longer physically do so.

Jody was preceded in death by his parents, Lyle and Ellen, granddaughter, Jayden, many uncles, aunts and cousins.

He is survived by his brother, Monty (Becky) of Albany; sons, Dustin and Timothy; daughters, Amanda and Ashley, Des Moines, IA; and Savannah, Kansas City, MO; two nieces, Megan (Brad) Law, King City; Morgan Thompson, Stanberry; nephew, Dalton (Shelby) Thompson, Troy, KS; 7 grandsons, Tyler, Hayden, Elijah, Maddox, Skyler, Juanuis and Gage; 4 granddaughters, Hailey, Peyton, Sariyah and Aaliyah; 4 great-nephews, Gentry, Porter, Sawyer and Bracken; 2 great-nieces, Kerrigan and Laikyn; many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.

Celebration of Life: 3:30 PM Friday, December 9 at the Roberson-Polley Chapel, Albany. The family will receive friends 2:00-3:30 PM on Friday prior to the service at the chapel. Memorial Contributions: Jody Thompson Memorial Fund in care of the Roberson-Polley Chapel, 403 N. Hundley, Albany, MO 64402. Online Condolences: www.robersonpolleychapel.com