Danny Jo Thompson

June 7, 1947 - December 8, 2016

Danny Jo Thompson, 69, of South Boardman, passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2016. He was born to the late Ralph and Marjorie (Hammond) Thompson on June 7, 1947 in Hazel Park. Danny served as a Sergeant in the United States Army 25th Infantry Division during Vietnam where he received two Purple Heart's, and was also commended for his heroism and valor, receiving both the Silver Star; and the Bronze star, the third and fourth highest commendations given in the United States. Danny was a member of the American Legion Post 219 in Fife Lake, he would spend countless hours helping Veterans from all branches to get benefits they deserved. He enjoyed fishing, riding his Harley and supported and loved his grandkids. Danny is survived by his daughters Tammy (Jerry) Birgy and Jennifer (Shane) Jenkins, son Danny Jo Thompson II, grandchildren; Gerald Birgy III, Joshua (Devan) Martin, Emily Birgy, Ian Thompson, Kenneth Hagen and great grandchild Malachi Martin, brothers William and James Thompson, friend and mother to his girls Pamela Thompson Clifford, and several nieces and nephews. Danny was preceded in death by his parents, brother Richard Thompson and granddaughter Brie Enger. A Memorial Service will take place on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 11:00 am at the Kalkaska Funeral Home, with a final gathering beginning at 10:00 am. Arrangements entrusted to Kalkaska Funeral Home and Cremation Services.