Jason Fredrick Thompson, a resident of Hancock, Maryland, known for his relentless hands-on creativity and deep devotion to his family, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at the age of 47.
Stauffer Funeral Homes reported his passing, noting that his life journey was marked by both intense personal hurdles and a profound capacity to create, fix, and connect with those around him.
Born on January 9, 1979, in Charles Town, West Virginia, Jason was the son of Keith Wayne Thompson—who recently passed away on October 15, 2026—and Kathrine Strube. He graduated from Boonsboro High School and attended junior college for a short period.
Hands-On Passions and Mental Relief
Growing up with humble beginnings, Jason channeled his active mind into music, art, woodworking, and robotics. He possessed an innate ability to repair, tear down, and reassemble nearly anything he set his mind to, often tinkering on motorcycles just as his father Keith had taught him. When mental overload became too heavy, he turned directly to painting and art to still his mind.
His grandfather Clifford Thompson introduced him to the intricacies of woodworking, a craft where Jason excelled as a sponge for knowledge, easily identifying wood types and building carpentry projects for friends and family. From his grandfather Werner Friedrich Strube, he inherited a lifelong appreciation for nature, animals, and the great outdoors.
Jason Leaves Behind a Large Family and Beloved Pets
Jason’s warm presence drew people and animals instantly to him. He shared a special bond with his niece Lilly, whom he constantly made laugh, alongside his cherished cats, Midnight and Peachy.
He is survived by his mother, Katherine Strube and husband Jay; his brother, JP Thompson and wife Kaya; his grandmother, Rosie Thompson; and his aunts Brigitte Fouche, Marita Romero, Sabine Zimmermann, and Heidi Ritchie, alongside numerous extended family members in the United States and abroad. He was preceded in death by his father Keith, his grandparents, and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Family and friends will gather for visitation on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm at Stauffer Funeral Homes, P.A., located at 1100 North Maple Avenue in Brunswick, Maryland, as noted in records provided by Stauffer Funeral Homes and echovita.com.
A celebration of life will follow immediately at 1:00 pm at the funeral home, officiated by Rev. Tim May. Interment will take place at Brownsville Heights Cemetery, located at 1911 Rohrersville Rd in Knoxville, Maryland.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be directed to a charitable organization providing mental health services to families in need. Expressions of sympathy may be offered directly through the Stauffer Funeral Home website.
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