Robert Lee Thompson, 71, of Monticello and longtime resident of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, passed away at 1:35 p.m. Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Indiana University Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.  

  Bob was born June 13, 1954, in Sharon, Pennsylvania to the late Richard L. and Marilyn (McDonald) Thompson.  He was a 1972 graduate of Duquesne High School.

  Bob served in the United States Air Force as an Aircraft Environmental Systems Mechanic and was honorably discharged in September of 1976.

  Bob lived most of his life in Palm Beach Gardens where he owned and operated his own masonry company working on custom homes including those of many celebrities.  He was a very skilled mason and an extremely hard worker.  

  In his spare time, Bob enjoyed spending time with his family supporting his two daughters in their school and sporting events.  He was also an avid Pittsburg Steelers fan.

  Surviving are his two daughters, Rayne Thompson of Florida and Brianne Thompson of Monticello, IN and his six grandchildren, Nevaeh, Christian, Lacey, Macey, Brilyn and Xylar.  Also surviving are two sisters, Melissa Kraft and Melanie Giles (husband: Jeff).

  Preceding him in death is his father, Richard Thompson; his mother, Marlyn Sotak; his stepfather, Joseph Sotak and a brother-in-law, Andrew Kraft.  

  Per Bob’s wishes no services are immediately planned.