Claude Skeels Thompson Jr. Obituary
We announce the death of Claude Skeels Thompson Jr. (Holden, Massachusetts), who passed away on September 8, 2026, at the age of 89. Claude will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Claude Skeels Thompson Jr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Claude Skeels Thompson Sr. and Catherine Thompson (Matthews); and his son Keith Thompson. He is survived by: his wife Gail Thompson (Watson) of Holden; his son Jeffrey (Jennifer); his granddaughters, Caroline and Julie; his son Scott (Pamela); his grandchildren, David and Michelle (Evan); his great grandchild Riley; his grandson Todd (Emily); his great grandchildren, Matthew and Ryan; his brother George Thompson; his niece Brooke; and his nephews, George Jr. and Steve. He is also survived by many extended family members and friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 22nd 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Miles Funeral Home (1158 Main St, Holden, MA 01520). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 23rd 2026 at 10:00 AM at the First Congregational Church of Holden (1180 Main St, Holden, MA 01520). A burial will be held on Wednesday, September 23rd 2026 at 11:30 AM at the Grove Cemetery - Holden (1520 Main St, Holden, MA 01520).
Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to the First Congregational Church of Holden, 1180 Main Street, Holden, MA 01520 or to the Shriners Children's Hospital, 51 Blossom Street, Boston, MA 02114.
