James Thompson Death – Obituary : The former Governor of Illinois, James Thompson has died at the age of 84. Thompson passed away on Friday, August 14th, 2020.
Thompson also known as “Big Jim” was Illinois’ longest-serving governor. He was elected for four consecutive terms and served 14 years from 1976 to 1991.
James Thompson’s cause of death is not immediately known. He is survived by his wife Jayne and his daughter Samantha.
Former Illinois Governor James Thompson has passed away at 84. Gov. Pritzker released this statement ? https://t.co/zDT6ir0Px1
— Jenn Sullivan (@JennSullivanTV) August 15, 2020