Robert R. Thompson, 79, of Cottonwood died August 5. He was born October 23, 1924 in Ohio. He was a veteran of the Navy. Mr. Thompson was a retired machinist. A member of the American Legion, he also enjoyed fishing and music. He leaves a stepson Richard Brown of Medford, Oregon and a stepdaughter Karla Brown of Phoenix; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 13 in the Westcott Funeral Home at 10 AM.