Sheldon O. Thompson, age 81, of Moorefield, WV, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 .  He was born on February 14, 1941 in Riverton, WV the son of the late Opie and Evalina (Lawrence) Thompson.  He married his loving wife of 59 years, Mary Ellen (Vance) Thompson on June 17, 1963 , who survives in Moorefield.

Mr. Thompson attended school in Riverton, WV, had formerly attended Bakers Rock United Methodist Church, and was a veteran of the United States Army.  Sheldon had worked for Hanover Shoe Factory in Franklin, WV, as a saw operator for Kessel Lumber Company in Petersburg, WV, and also drove truck for Huffman Litter.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.

In addition to his wife, Sheldon leaves behind to cherish his memories: a daughter, Ashley Thompson (fiancé Trevor Wolfe) of Franklin, WV; 2 sons, Johnny Thompson (Melissa) of Moorefield, WV, Dewayne Thompson (Ida) of Moorefield, WV; a brother, Clyde "Bob" Thompson of Harman, WV; 11 Grandchildren and 6 Great-Grandchildren.

Sheldon was preceded in death by: 2 brothers, Hansel "Saul" Thompson, David Lee Thompson, Sr.; 2 sisters, Katherine Reel and Virginia Burns.

Mr. Thompson's family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, 11AM – 1PM at the Basagic Funeral Home in Petersburg, WV. Funeral services will follow in the funeral home chapel at 1:00 PM , with Rev. Larry Hakes officiating.  Interment will be in the South Branch Valley Memorial Gardens, Petersburg, WV. Military honors will be bestowed by the US Army and Grant County Veteran Honor Guard.  Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com or on Facebook at Basagic Funeral Home.