Ector grew up in Smith and Polk County Texas. He worked in trucking and logging for many years. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. His family was his greatest joy.
Ector was preceded in death by his beloved wife, LaVerne Thompson, his parents Bill & Willie Mae Thompson, brothers JD Thompson and Robin Thompson and sister Lillian Funderburg. He is survived by his children, Lynn Blankenship of Tyler, James (Noelle) Thompson of Livingston and Cindy (Jim) Drake of Magnolia. Along with 6 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
He loved to have fun, wherever he went there were good times to be had. His favorite things in life were his family, bird hunting and dancing to good music.
Ector will be missed by many and remembered for his outgoing personality and his love for all that had a place in his heart.
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Mary Klink
Livingston, TX Saturday, April 18, 2026 Ector was such a good friend to know. And I was fortunate to attend 3 of his special birthday parties. He will surely be missed. My sincere condolences to his loving family.Melanie Jamison
Austin, TX Saturday, April 18, 2026 To my sweet cousins Lynn, James, & Cindy:John & I share your grief over the loss of your Dad.
Grief is the price we pay for love, and we loved Uncle Ector.
We are comforted knowing he’s now reunited with Aunt LaVerne, Daddy Bill, Mawmaw, & siblings.
We love you guys!❤️