Chester D. Thompson, Sr., 89, of Baldwinsville passed away at home Wednesday, December 21, 2011 with his loving family by his side. Chester was a WWII Veteran, a proud father and hard worker having worked for many years with Dey Brothers and Sibley's as a carpet installer and independently with his buddy, Art Madison. Chester retired from the NYS Thruway Authority after many years of service. He loved fishing, ballroom dancing and had a passion for cooking, which he truly enjoyed. He was a 60-year member of the Masons, Crossroads Lodge #520. Chester was predeceased by his son David Thomas and Daughter Christine Woodberry.

Survivors: 3 daughters, Cheri (George) Boyer of Fl., Lorraine Thompson of Constantia and Carole (Kevin) Cary of TX; 2 sons, Chester (Rebecca) Thompson of Bridgeport and Kevin Thompson of Syracuse; his beloved companion, Sarah Georgianna of Clay, her children, numerous grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Services: 7:00pm Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer St., Baldwinsville. Graveside services, Friday, December 30, 2011 at 10am, White Chapel Memorial Gardens, DeWitt. Calling hours are 4-7pm Tuesday prior to the service. Semper FiDelis.