Lloyd R. Thompson, 81, of Dennison, IL passed away 11:35 AM Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family. Lloyd was born March 15, 1939 at Terre Haute, IN, the son of Glen W. and Virginia Overton Thompson. On March 16, 1959 he married Judi Pennell. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his siblings Glenn W. Thompson, Alma Gilbert, Vernon Thompson and Rita Thompson. He was formerly employed at Modern Aluminum and National Steel. Surviving are his wife, Judi; children, Danny (Loretta) Thompson of Plainfield, IN, Anthony (Sissy) Thompson of Dennison, Russ (Rhonda) Thompson of Dennison and Kathy (Ed) Bradbury of Dennison.; six grandchildren, Shawna Thompson, Brandi (Troy) Cottrell, Ashli Foster, Steve Thompson, Josh (Becky) Thompson and Emily (Jonathan) Wildin.; twelve great grandchildren, Jayson, Jarrett, Javyn and Jayda Cottrell, Carson, Madison and Jaxson Thompson, Madeleine and Theodore Thompson and Peyton, Aniyah andJoseph Foster. He loved his grandkids dearly and also gardening (everything he touched grew) Nascar, Dodge Trucks and the outdoors. He never met a stranger and was always willing to help family and friends. He collected hats with too many in his collection to count. He attended the Northside Church and Grace Chapel Church. Public visitation will be 12:00 to 3:00 PM CST Thursday at Pearce Funeral Home with a private funeral service at 3:00 PM. Burial will follow in the Dunlap Cemetery and is open to the public. Covid 19 guidelines will be observed and all in attendance will need to wear face coverings. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Chapel Church of West Terre Haute or to Lincolnland Hospice. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservices.com.