Kirk Butler Thompson went home to Jesus, his Lord and Savior, a few days before his 53rd birthday. Kirk was found unresponsive in his apartment on Tuesday, August 12th by one of his dearest friends. His death appears to be due to complications related to Covid-19.

Unfailingly loyal to his friends, hardworking, and fully dedicated to the cause of achieving a better future for his country and his companions, Kirk eagerly fought the battle each dayboth in the political arena and in his immediate communityto make our world a better place.

For Kirk relationships came first, and the designation of "friend" wasnt just an idle word to be utilized as a bargaining chip for influence in the shallow world of DC political infighting. To Kirk, being a friend had solemn connotations, and even though he appreciated the fact that his understanding of that word wasnt shared by all, he gave himself selflessly in the service of those to whom he bestowed that word. Friend.

As Chair of Americans for Transparency and Accountability, he was committed to ensuring the integrity of our democratic process and sought to collaborate with all those who shared that core belief.

Kirk served with distinction as a soldier in the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne division and was instrumental in key military operations spanning the globe. Kirk exited the military with an honorable discharge and numerous medals and honors. Over the last decade, he became a respected policy and political professional at the end of a life that was too short.

Kirk was a prolific writer in his early career. He attended Louisiana Tech University and wrote frequently for local newspapers, and ultimately national publications in recent years. As a keen observer of human nature and the social condition, he loved history, literature, philosophy, games, and movies, and had an amazingly comprehensive knowledge of both culture and current events. Kirk enjoyed nothing more than a good cigar, laughter, and the love of friends. He cherished those around him and always took the time to help. Whenever a friend needed assistance, the answer from Kirk was always an unreserved "yes." He will be greatly missed.

Kirk is preceded in death by his father, J. W. "Buster" Thompson; grandparents: Walter and Fannie Butler, and Walter and Nola Thompson; and uncles Aaron Butler, G. C. "Burr" Butler, and Troy Butler.

Kirk is survived by his mother, Ann Butler Thompson of Baskin; his brother Darren "Bush" Thompson, of Ft. Edwards, NY; aunts: Bulah Thompson Boone and her husband W. J., of Stonewall, LA, aunts Mabel Labrano of Mangham, LA, Sue Butler of Scottsdale, AZ, and Doris Jones of Winnsboro, LA; numerous cousins; and a host of friends.

The joy he brought to his family and the impression he made on the lives of others will never be forgotten.

A memorial service will be held at Baskin Baptist Church, Baskin, LA. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service at 3:00 p.m.

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Baskin Baptist Church

Baskin Baptist Church