Professor Kevin 'Kit' Thompson OBE

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of Avenue Road, Stratford upon Avon. Passed away on Saturday 12th September 2026, aged 74 years. 

Beloved husband of Dr Patricia Thompson, he will be dearly missed by family, friends, colleagues and all who knew him. 

Kit’s burial service will take place at Sun Rising Natural Burial Ground, 1pm on Monday 5th October 2026.

Family flowers only.

Donations in memory of Kit are to benefit 'The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Kit Thompson Fund' via the retiring collection or the 'Donate' button below.

Please inform R. Locke & Son of your attendance via (01608) 685 274. 

Total collected to date: £100.00

Charity details

The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Kit Thompson Fund

Located in the diverse and creative city of Birmingham our provision spans across a range of Music and Acting undergraduate and postgraduate courses, as well as Junior Conservatoire - providing specialist musical tuition for talented young musicians at the £57 million Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. We put employability and entrepreneurship centre stage, and provide a platform from which successful and sustainable careers can be launched.

We’re passionate about empowering our students of all ages to reach their full potential, regardless of background or previous experience. Indeed, we define ourselves by our nurturing, supportive approach: we get to know every one of our students as individuals, and help guide them to discover, develop and pursue their own personal strengths and enthusiasms.

A Royal Birmingham Conservatoire education offers limitless opportunities for talented students who thrive as part of an exciting, globally renowned institution. We are committed to providing the very highest standards, but we need your support to maintain them.

The additional support we receive from donors, grant-making bodies and corporate partners helps us to achieve our vision and enable talented students to benefit from a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire education.

Income from tuition fees and other sources plays a huge part in our provision, but we still need your help. Our donors play an intrinsic role in supporting some of the UK’s most talented artists.

Every donation contributes towards our success and has a transformational impact on our students.

Service details

Burial

05 October, 2026 13:00

Sun Rising Natural Burial Ground and Nature Reserve

Sun Rising Natural Burial Ground and Nature Reserve, Lower Tysoe, Warwickshire, CV35 0DG

Messages of condolence

Kevin 'Kit' Thompson was my music teacher at Lode Heath School, Solihull from 1977 to 1978 and I remember him with great fondness as he was both a gentle man and also a brilliant musician and teacher. In particular, I remember the wonderful encouragement he gave me as a solo singer in the school production of 'Joseph' and despite the very nearly 50 year duration, I have never forgotten his kindness and support. This I suspect will also apply to the hundreds of other students who like me, were lucky enough to have known him throughout his amazing career.

Mr Simeon Packard

In loving memory of dearest Kit. Paul & Kate Williams xx

Mr Paul Sydney Williams

Cash donations received at the Funeral Service.

Anoymous .

In Memory of Kevin (Kit) Thompson. May this contribution help towards causes he cared about.

QMS Old girls x6