Rev Peter Thompson CM
Rev Peter Thompson CM
23rd November 1942 – 28th June 2025
Passed away at Calvary Riverina Hospital. Loving son of David and Olga (both dec’d). Loving brother of Margaret Rees, John, Jennifer, Christopher and Patricia.
Born in Portland, NSW, eldest of six children. Educated at St Joseph’s Convent School, Portland and St Stanislaus’ College, Bathurst.
Joined the Congregation of the Mission (Vincentian Fathers) in 1960. Ordained to the Priesthood January 11, 1967.
Fr Thompson has served in parishes and schools throughout New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria. He served as Superior of the W.A. Vincentian Community. He completed further studies in Spiritual Theology at the Angelicum Pontifical University, gaining a Masters in Theology, and a B.A from the University of New England.
Fr Thompson was Rector of Vianney College Seminary, Wagga Wagga from 2004 to 2021. He has also been a member of the Council of Priests and Dean of the Wagga Deanery.
A Prayer Vigil including Evening Prayer of the Church (not Mass) was held at St Michael’s Cathedral on Sunday 6th July at 7:00pm.
Mass of Christian Burial was held for Fr Thompson at St Michael’s Cathedral, Johnston St, Wagga Wagga, on Monday 7th July 2025, at 2:00pm.
Committal Prayers will be offered at the Portland Cemetery, Sunny Corner Rd, on Tuesday 15th July 2025, Commencing at 12 midday. Relatives and friends are warmly invited to attend.