Farris “Wayne” Thompson, age 77, of Chandler, IN, passed away on July 8, 2025, at his home with his wife and daughter by his side.
Wayne was born in Huntingburg, IN, on December 9, 1947, to Calvin Thompson and Ida Huff Thompson, who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Ina Evrard Thompson, his daughter, Julie Thompson and her husband, Richard “Dickie” Mallison of Portland, OR, and a step-grandson, Mackie Mallison of Brooklyn, NY. Also surviving are sisters, Sandra Mason of Huntingburg, IN, and Gwen (Randy) Kilian, of Huntingburg, IN, two sisters-in-law, Clara Mae Evrard, of Owensboro, KY, and Jan Evrard, of Chadron, NE, and many cherished nieces and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by his brother, Rex Thompson, and a sister, Pamela Thompson.
Wayne was a U.S. Navy veteran who served aboard the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA-42 and at the New London Submarine Base in Groton, CT. Wayne worked as a Sheet Metal Journeyman through Local 20 in Evansville, IN, for 29 years. He loved building and restoring street rods and riding motorcycles. He and his wife traveled through all but one of the continental United States and Canada and Mexico through the years. In later years, he enjoyed spending winters in Arizona and Florida where he honed his billiards skills.
There will be no services per his wishes.
Dave Huber says
Prayers sent to a Fel street Rodder, great person.
Ina says
Thank you, Dave.
Bill Estabrook says
Wayne was a good friend throughout high school. Had fun doing fun things in H’burg.
Rest in Peace.
Bill Estabrook
Ina says
Thank you, Bill.
Elmer Jones says
Wayne was a true friend that will be missed..
Ina says
Thank you, Elmer.
Jerry Smith says
Ina : You have our deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband. We did not know him but have heard nothing but good things about him. May the Lord make his face to shine on you and give you peace! Jerry and Nancy Smith, Holland, In.
Ina says
Thank you, Jerry
Carmen Sue Perry says
So sorry for your loss. I know all of the family & many friends will miss him. My Sympathy, Love & Prayers during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Cousin Wayne. 🙏
Bob Underwood says
Ina Jo and Sandy,
So sorry to read of Waynes passing. I remember him well from our High School days at Huntingburg. He always had a smile and a twinkle in his eye.
Gone too soon, you can rest assured he will be fondly remembered by many friends that he had made through the years.
All my best to you both. Sincerely, Bob Underwood
Ina says
Thank you, Bob.
Mike Norvell says
Rest easy my friend. You will be missed by many, especially on the pool league. Deepest sympathies to Ina and family.
Donna Hall Bordfeld says
So sorry to learn about the passing of your brother, Wayne and your husband. Our family spent a lot of time with your family when we were all kids and I have lots of good memories from our time together. My heart felt prayers and sympathy are with you during this sad time. Love and friendship,Donna Bordfeld Hall
Ina says
Thank you, Donna
Donna Hall Bordfeld says
So sorry to learn about the passing of your brother, Wayne and your husband. Our family spent a lot of time with your family when we were all kids and I have lots of good memories from our time together. My heart felt prayers and sympathy are with you during this sad time. Love and friendship,Donna Bordfeld Hall
Angela (McCoy) Temme says
Ina, thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Larry McLin says
The first Street Rodder I ever met. He and his ’36 Chevy traveled everywhere. Wayne built everything on his car and it was super safe. He and his wife were always a lot of fun and they got to go a lot of places in their Street Rod and motorcycle. I’ll sure miss him and so will 20th Century Chevy car club.
Ina says
Thank you, Larry.
Ina says
Thank you, Angie.