The Mining Journal · Marquette, MI
Timothy W. ‘Tim’ Thompson
MARQUETTE, MI — Timothy W. “Tim” Thompson, 59, of Marquette, passed away on November 8, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family and under the compassionate care of Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice. Tim was born on November 17, 1966, in Marquette, to Wayne and Linda (Myers) Thompson. He attended DeVry University and went on to build a career with the Lake Superior & Ishpeming Railroad, where he worked as a pin knocker on the Ore Docks for more than 27 years. On July 20, 2024, Tim married the love of his life, Vicki, in a beautiful setting overlooking Lake Superior at Gaines Rock. She was also his loving caregiver. A talented artist, Tim found joy in painting and expressing himself through his creativity. Above all, he was a devoted family man who cherished time spent with his children and grandchildren. Some of his favorite moments were the simple ones, especially making rockets with his grandkids and watching their excitement as they came to life.
