Thomas A. Thompson, Jr., age 63, passed away on July 3, 2017. An amazing and versatile artist, Tom mastered multiple mediums- chalk, pencil, paint and ink, constantly challenging himself with personal projects between his commissioned works. A loving and adoring son, Tom spent months with his father working on Soap Box Derbies and never missed an evening chat with his mom on the phone. A fiercely loyal and protective big brother, Tom was quick with a joke but quicker to praise. A kind and gentle friend to all, Tom possessed a wonderful smile and laugh that he shared with everyone. Preceded in death by his brother, Tim; he is survived by his parents, Thomas and Virginia; brothers, Michael (Rebekah), Dan and Matt; nieces and nephews, Joshua, Wesley and Madison. Calling hours will be 4-7 pm Friday at the Hummel Funeral Home, 500 E. Exchange St. Akron, OHio 44304. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 am Saturday at Visitation of Mary (Annunciation) Catholic Church, 55 Broad St. Akron, Ohio 44305. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Community Support Services, 150 Cross St. Akron, Ohio 44311.