Mike Thompson

Mike Thompson, 68, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2022 at his home in Aurora, Colorado.

Born in El Paso, Texas in 1954, he grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico and received his Nursing certificate from New Mexico State University in Las Cruces in 1975. He moved to Denver in 1989 and worked in the operating rooms at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s. He later worked for himself as a Registered Nurse First Assistant assisting surgeons across the Denver area.

Mike always knew the best spots for good food and drink, and he could often be found behind the grill at gatherings sharing a joke or a story with friends and family. In recent years, he and Polly spent as much of the winter as possible at their second home in Sun City, Arizona.

He enjoyed playing golf at Meadow Hills in Aurora, and he also had a fondness for animals and traveling, especially to Hawaii. He made many wonderful friends riding his beloved Harley with the Rocky Mountain H.O.G. chapter and the Black Mountain Motorcycle Club in Phoenix.

Mike is survived by his wife of 22 years, Polly Thompson; son Dominic Thompson; granddaughters Jasmine Thompson, Santana Thompson, and Rain Thompson of Phoenix; siblings Barbara (Bert) Blackwell of Albuquerque, Tommy Thompson (Mary Jane Sak) of Las Cruces, Cheryl Thompson (Paul Hudson) of Albuquerque, and Rob Thompson of Houston; 15 nieces and nephews; and many in-laws and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Tommy and Gussie Thompson and wife Wendy McLean Thompson.

Mike will be remembered for his wry wit, engaging stories, fierce loyalty, laidback charm, and his uncanny ability to perfectly mix a Perfect Manhattan. His family would be delighted if you shared your memories of him and your photos on the Tribute Wall.

Celebration of Life

Pelican Bay Marina

Cherry Creek Reservoir

4800 S Dayton Street

Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111

https://www.pelicanbaycherrycreek.com/

On November 10th, we are celebrating the life of Mike Thompson.

The celebration will take place in the Aloha spirit, with Hawaiian shirts and open hearts.

There will be stories, laughs, and memories as we raise a glass to a life well-lived.

All are welcome.

Practical Details

• Use the west entrance to Cherry Creek State Park, and tell the ranger station that you are attending Mike Thompson's Celebration of Life.  There will be no fee.
• The closest group of hotels to the park are in the Denver Tech Center.
• Please continue to share your thoughts and photos on the Horan & McConaty website to ensure those who cannot join the celebration won't miss out.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to:

The American Cancer Society

The Denver Dumb Friends League

The Mikey Tree Memorial, which will go toward replacing the Old Craggy Willow outside their back door in Aurora.  Mike spent many years safeguarding the struggling tree, and its replacement will be a symbol of strength that can be enjoyed by neighbors, golfers, and local wildlife.  For information about how to donate, please contact Helen Richards at 303-680-2722.