Dennis Jerome Thompson, 72, of Franklin, passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2015.

Born in Ft. Myers, FL, he was the son of the late Lyle Thompson and Dorothy Mae Thompson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Drew Allen Thompson and a brother, Tommy Thompson. Dennis was a US Navy veteran. He owned and operated “Dennis the Plumber” plumbing company and was a member of Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Union Local 630.
He was Catholic by faith and enjoyed sponsoring youth motorcycle racing.

He is survived by one son, Tom Thompson of Otto; his fiancée, Mary Anne Zulawski of Franklin and four sisters, Cam Wood, Pat Orlick, Kay Thompson and Karen Shanahan.

No services have been planned.

Macon Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Online condolences can be made at maconfuneralhome.com