James “Jim” Lee Thompson, 62, of Owingsville, died Saturday, July 18, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his beloved family.
Born April 26, 1964, in Mt. Sterling, he was the son of the late James Alfred Thompson and Emma Louise McGlothin Thompson. He was a dedicated plant coordinator for American Highway Fence. He found great joy in woodworking, hunting and fishing, and was happiest when surrounded by his family. His love for the outdoors and the time he spent with those closest to him will be fondly remembered.
Survivors include his beloved wife, Sonya Kim Thompson; son, James Andrew Thompson; daughter, Jessica Dominix; four grandchildren, Gibson Shrout, Sophia Mae Dominix, Jamie Lee Dominix and Maddox Thompson; sister, Ramona Meadows (Gene); niece, Valarie Ostrom (Blaine); and two great-nieces, Courtney Wright (Ryan) and Kelsey Ostrom.
Service will be conducted at 11 a.m., Friday, July 24, in the chapel of the Michael R. Gray Funeral Home in Owingsville with Dr. Sean Bailey officiating. Burial will be in the Thompson Family Cemetery by their home. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Thursday.
Pallbearers will be Brior Reynolds, Zachery Jewell, Jacob Purvis, Josh Wells, Blake Holland, Greg Logan, Wes Blevins, Courtney and Ryan Wright and Claude Jarvis.
Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Reynolds and Betty, John Perkins, Gene Meadows, Nancy Crouch and Kathy Toy.
In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to the Michael R. Gray Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.
The Michael R. Gray Funeral Home, Owingsville is caring for all the arrangements.
To view the online memorial and sign the guest book, please visit www.mrgfh.com.
