Thompson, Stan
Spouse(s):
Mildred (Huey) Thompson
Other Family Members:
__ __Jud Thompson __Bruce, Angela
Parts of the old stage coach road were reconstructed in 1973 by the Princeton & District Chamber of Commerce, this was headed by Stan Thompson. He was elected as one of the Directors of the Chamber of Commerce for 1979; was the prime mover in bringing in the caboose to be used for a tourist booth. Citizen of the Year 1987.
Obituary Stan Thompson – Princeton Similkameen Spotlight
Accomplishments:
His years of ranching led to his passion for rodeo which led to Stan initiating and establishing the Princeton Rodeo. He would always volunteer his time and was a pillar of the communities he loved so much.
References:
Princeton BC (1979) – Laurie Currie Pg. 14 Similkameen Spotlight February 11/1987